Emmett Johnson

Kansas City Chiefs
Running Back

Personal

Age	22
Birthdate	October 10, 2003
Height	5'11"
Weight	205 lb

Draft

College	Nebraska
Year	2026
Pick	Round: 5, Overall: 161
Team	KC

Fantasy Value

Week 1 Projections
Carries	Yards	Touchdowns
2.5	10.35	0.08

You can see where those projections compare to other RBs in our Running Back Rankings.

Player News

Emmett Johnson: Emmett Johnson Productive in Pro Debut, Emerging as Potential Stash Candidate

Kansas City Chiefs running back Emmett Johnson was productive during his preseason debut versus the Los Angeles Rams on Saturday. He rushed the ball 12 times for 59 yards and hauled in all three of his targets for 10 additional yards through the air in the loss. Johnson led all running backs in both carries and rushing yards during Saturday's game. Head coach Andy Reid noted after the game that Johnson ran the ball hard and aggressively during this game. The rookie back is currently listed as the RB3, but could make a push for the second-string role. His next chance to impress will come against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on August 22.

Aug. 15, 2026 6:46 PM EST