RotoWire NFL Articles on Emmett Johnson

ArticleNew RotoWire NFL article: Fantasy Football Rankings Week 1: Weekly Value MeterSeptember 7, 2026

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Johnson won the backup job behind Kenneth Walker, beating out Emari Demercado.

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Johnson wins backup role over Demercado behind Kenneth Walker

Johnson won the backup job behind Kenneth Walker, beating out Emari Demercado, establishing him as the clear No. 2 running back for the Chiefs.

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Emmett JohnsonPositiveRole

Rookie Johnson contributed 68 yards on 10 touches as Walker's backup.

Yahoo Sports NFL

Emmett JohnsonPositiveRole

Rookie Johnson got early work in Chiefs' ground-heavy Week 1 game plan.

Yahoo Sports NFL

Emmett JohnsonPositiveRole

Rookie Johnson caught 25-yard third-down pass, set up Walker TD.

Arrowhead Pride

Emmett JohnsonPositiveBreakout

Johnson's 60% missed-tackle rate and clear No. 2 role make him a valuable under-rostered handcuff.

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Emmett JohnsonNegativeUsage

Emmett Johnson should be one of the best waiver pickups out there. Chiefs trusted him. He played well. Kenneth Walker's workload is out of control.

Hayden Winks

Emmett JohnsonPositiveSleeper

Johnson earned coaching staff trust in rookie debut; valuable handcuff.

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