Emmett Johnson starts for Chiefs in preseason tie against Seahawks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 9:07 AM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
Emmett Johnson, a former Nebraska running back, started for the Kansas City Chiefs in their preseason game against the Seattle Seahawks on August 30, 2026. Johnson had seven carries for 39 yards before leaving the game after three drives. Selected in the fifth round of the NFL Draft, he was the first Nebraska running back chosen since 2015. Last season, he was named Big Ten Running Back of the Year, recording 1,451 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns. With projected starter Kenneth Walker not playing, Johnson is expected to take on a larger role as the Chiefs aim to improve their rushing game this season.
- •Emmett Johnson recorded 39 rushing yards on seven carries.
- •The Chiefs tied the Seahawks 9-9 in the preseason game.
- •Johnson was selected in the fifth round of the NFL Draft.
- •He had a standout college career with notable rushing statistics last season.
- •Kenneth Walker did not play in the game.
- 9:07 AMYahoo Sports — Former Nebraska running back starts in preseason game for Kansas City
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