All-American running back draft prospect on Jaguars' radar

Continuing to add to the running back position in the 2026 NFL draft seems to be on the Jacksonville Jaguars' radar. According to NFL insider Aaron Wilson , the Jaguars were among the teams to visit with Nebraska running back Emmett Johnson. Wilson didn't specify what kind of visit, but chances are it was a virtual meeting, since GM James Gladstone does not do official visits .

Jaguars' 2026 NFL draft prospect to watch: RB Emmett Johnson Johnson put together a huge 2025 season, rushing for 1,451 yards at a hefty 5. 8 yards per attempt with 12 touchdowns. Johnson was also quite active in the passing game, totaling 54 targets, 370 receiving yards, and three more touchdowns.

This well-rounded skill set at the running back position is an important quality to possess in Liam Coen's offense. Johnson is the 105th-ranked prospect on the consensus big board , making him a potential Day 2 pick, where the Jaguars have four selections. He was an AP second-team All-American in 2025.

Emmett Johnson's athletic profile Emmett Johnson is a RB prospect in the 2026 draft class. He scored a 5. 55 RAS out of a possible 10.