Risk Flags
1- Target Volume
Kenneth Walker III returned to full practice participation after an injury scare and remains the clear lead back, which caps Johnson's near-term touch share to a change-of-pace/passing-down role absent a Walker absence.
Emmett Johnson
RB · #44KC · RB · Age 22
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(insufficient first-party data)
Intel updated: 2 days ago
Current statusKC
Prospect Profile2026 Class
19.8Composite Score
Composite Breakdown
Each row compares Emmett Johnson to other 2026 prospects in that signal — except Class × Draft Slot, which shows the editorial multiplier applied to Emmett Johnson's 2026-class + draft-slot combo (baseline 1.00× = neutral).
Computed from 4 of 6 signals
- Draft Capital25%~averageRound 5, Pick 149
- Combine Athletic17%bottom 14%
- Rookie ADP17%
- Expert Consensus17%~average
- College Production15%
- Class × Draft Slot9%+5% (1.05×)+5% (1.05×)0.60
Class rank: 28th percentile
40-Yd47%
Bench24%
Vertical64%
Broad60%
3-Cone12%
Shuttle45%
Speed26%
Burst64%
Agility22%
HaSS28%
SPARQ-x34%
BMI22%
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Emmett Johnson's Speed Score?
- Emmett Johnson's Speed Score ranks in the 26th percentile among NFL prospects at the position.
Risk & Opportunity Analysis (3 flags)
Opportunity Flags
2- Usage & Volume
Emari Demercado was waived at final roster cutdowns and Johnson secured the RB2 slot over fellow depth piece Brashard Smith, giving him the most direct path to change-of-pace touches in Kansas City's backfield.
- Offensive Context
Preseason usage included receiving targets in each outing plus a receiving score and early special-teams reps, suggesting the coaching staff trusts him in a passing-down role that could produce standalone value even behind Walker.
Format Comparison
Emmett Johnson — Format Comparison
| Format | Value | vs Best |
|---|---|---|
| PPR 1QBBest | 1,719 | — |
| PPR SF | 1,432 | -287 |