Seahawks on hand for Emmett Johnson’s stellar Nebraska Pro Day showing
The Seahawks were represented at Nebraska’s Pro Day on Wednesday, where running back Emmett Johnson wowed in on-field drills.
Nebraska running back Emmett Johnson got the chance to show out in front of the Seattle Seahawks’ organization on Wednesday. According to KPRC 2 Houston’s Aaron Wilson, the Seahawks were represented at Nebraska’s Pro Day, where Johnson wowed with his performance in on-field drills. “Nebraska @HuskerFootball all-purpose All-American running back selection Emmett Johnson, ran mid 4.
4 range, lowest was 4. 46, today went through extensive drill work, excelled for all 32 #NFL teams. Improved 40-yard dash significantly.
from #NFLCombine,” Wilson said. Johnson’s performance came amid a crowded slate of Pro Days held around the country on Wednesday. The 22-year-old led the Big Ten in rushing yards in 2025 with 1,451.
Johnson also scored 12 rushing touchdowns last season. Johnson’s performance at the Cornhuskers ’ Pro Day elevates his stock ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. The Seahawks have room to add a running back to their backfield following Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III’s departure from Seattle in free agency.