Chiefs' rookie RB set for crucial role in 2026?
It appears Johnson has already been earmarked for snaps.
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The Kansas City Chiefs ' run game was horrible last season, and the franchise went about making sure that the rushing attack in 2026 is far better. Kenneth Walker is the big addition to the room and one you could make the case is the biggest difference-maker on offense. But it won't be a one-man band, though.
Rookie Emmett Johnson is also set to feature if he has a good offseason with the Chiefs; well, that's according to CBS Sports' Carter Bahns. “Andy Reid said fifth-round running back Emmett Johnson has "a little bit" of LeSean McCoy to his game,” Bahns wrote . “That is a lofty comparison for Johnson but one that Reid backed up by highlighting his comprehensive skill set: lateral agility, pass protection, receiving ability and football IQ.
“Johnson will factor into the rotation behind prized free agency addition Kenneth Walker III. ” MORE: Chiefs' schedule release 'wish' is a little odd Chiefs' run game set to be focal point in 2026? Given the uncertainty surrounding Mahomes' health, it has to be, at least early on in the year.