Rookie running back Emmett Johnson may be set to take the NFL by storm as a key contributor to the Kansas City Chiefs' ground game.
While the former Nebraska Cornhusker is tentatively set to split carries with Super Bowl LX MVP Kenneth Walker III in 2026, Johnson's rare physical gifts and surprising finesse could force Chiefs head coach Andy Reid to consider an expanded role for the first-year phenom earlier than some analysts might think.
This week, Johnson took to Instagram to share a series of pictures that highlighted his impressive offseason physique, giving Kansas City's fans an inside look at what they can expect to see when he takes the field for his pro debut in September:
Oct 25, 2025; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Emmett Johnson (21) runs the ball against the Northwestern Wildcats during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images
While it is too soon to tell if Johnson is destined for stardom in the NFL, Reid should have no problem utilizing the rookie's unique skill set next season as he endeavors to reinvent the Chiefs' rushing attack.
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Reporting by John Dillon, Chiefs Wire / Chiefs Wire
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