Chiefs Scouts reveal thoughts on 5th round selection RB Emmett Johnson
The Kansas City Chiefs selected Nebraska running back Emmett Johnson with the 161st pick in the 2026 NFL Draft after trading up with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Chiefs scouts expressed strong confidence in Johnson, citing his value, work ethic, and underdog background as key factors in the decision. Johnson, a former All-Big Ten performer, joins a competitive running back group that includes newly signed Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III.
- ▪The Kansas City Chiefs acquired running back Emmett Johnson with the 161st overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft via a trade with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
- ▪Co-Director of College Scouting David Hinson stated the Chiefs moved up in the draft because they believed Johnson's talent was undervalued and too good to pass up.
- ▪Johnson earned first-team All-Big Ten and Academic All-Big Ten honors from 2023 to 2025 during his college career at Nebraska.
- ▪College and Pro Scout Jalen Myrick highlighted Johnson's resilience, noting he had to wait 475 days between his high school finale and first collegiate carry.
- ▪Johnson played four seasons at Nebraska, recording 2,460 rushing yards and 15 touchdowns on 458 carries, along with 92 receptions.
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