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College Football News / A to Z Sports / May 18
KC Chiefs’ top draft pick notably absent from NFLPA Rookie Premiere while Emmett Johnson, Garrett Nussmeier steal the spotlight
Kansas City Chiefs draft picks Emmett Johnson and Garrett Nussmeier were not joined by their teammate Mansoor Delane for the 2026 NFLPA Rookie Premiere in Los Angeles, California.
Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Yardbarker / May 6
'He's got that lateral quickness': Andy Reid compares Chiefs rookie to Eagles legend
The Kansas City Chiefs have a knack for finding star running backs late in the NFL Draft. They did so with Isiah Pacheco, and they may have done it again with Emmett Johnson.
The 'FBS animal nicknames' quiz
How many of the FBS college football teams with an animal nickname can you name?
Chiefs’ Andy Reid raves about rookie RB Emmett Johnson, compares him to LeSean McCoy
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid loves what he has seen from the team’s 2026 fifth-round draft pick Emmett Johnson. This weekend, Reid spoke to reporters about the former Nebraska running back and compared him to former NFL star LeSean McCoy.
25 most intriguing storylines to follow for the 2026 college football season
College football has historically been known as a sport that caters to the elite. It is very difficult to win a national championship if you aren't Notre Dame, Alabama, Ohio State, or a host of other schools that have great programs that invest heavily in keeping them at the top.
College Football News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / April 28
What Does the ‘26 NFL Draft Mean to the Husker Football Program?
One of the things we learned coming out of this year’s NFL draft is that only one Husker (RB Emmett Johnson) was taken. One player. And as good as we think Johnson was in ‘25, he wasn’t taken until the fifth round as the 161st overall pick.
College Football News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / April 25
Why RB Emmett Johnson Feels Like a 'Box of Pringles' After Chiefs Select Him in Fifth Round
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Running back Emmett Johnson counted down the time from when he left high school to his first career carry at Nebraska. And the number stands out not for the duration, but as a testament to Johnson’s character and competitive drive.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 26
Five best fits from Day 3 of 2026 NFL Draft
Seven rounds and 257 picks later, and that's a wrap on the 2026 NFL Draft. The league's top offseason event concluded on Saturday with Rounds 4-7. Below are our five favorite fits from the final 157 selections.
Chiefs Trade Up, Select Nebraska RB Emmett Johnson at No. 161 in NFL Draft
It was all defense for the Kansas City Chiefs with their first four selections of the 2026 NFL Draft. After making a concerted effort to add to coordinator Steve Spagnuolo's collective, general manager Brett Veach diverted in the fifth round.
College Football News / 5 GOATs / April 25
2026 NFL Draft: Contract details revealed for Chiefs 5th-round pick Emmett Johnson
After trading up for the No. 161 overall pick, the Kansas City Chiefs added another running back in former Nebraska star Emmett Johnson. He is set to sign a four-year contract worth $4.73 million, according to Spotrac.
College Football News / Pro Football Rumors / April 25
Chiefs Trade Up To No. 161 For Nebraska RB Emmett Johnson
The Chiefs have acquired the No. 161 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft from the Steelers, per NFL insider Jordan Schultz, and used it to select Nebraska running back Emmett Johnson.
Ranking all the new FBS head coaches for the 2026 season
Coaching changes happen every year, but they don't all happen the same way. We have had some wild offseason coaching moves in recent seasons, and 2025-2026 wasn't any different.
College Football News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 12
Nebraska RB Emmett Johnson Taking Five 30 Visits
According to Aaron Wilson, Nebraska RB Emmett Johnson has five official 30 visits on his schedule ahead of the draft this year. The full list includes:
College Football News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / April 4
Three Former Huskers Projected for NFL Draft
Three former Nebraska football players are projected to be selected in the NFL Draft according to a recent ESPN seven-round mock draft. Only one, running back Emmett Johnson, is predicted to be selected in the top 100.
College Football News / Athlon Sports / March 29
Emmett Johnson NFL Draft Scouting Report
Nebraska's Emmett Johnson is one of the top running back prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft class, with the ability to create big plays on the ground and through the air.
NFL News / A to Z Sports / March 28
Minnesota Vikings meet with an intriguing NFL Draft prospect, continuing to show a strong interest in one position
The Minnesota Vikings are just like every other team in the National Football League. They are meeting with NFL Draft prospects across the country to get more information so they can make better decisions.
Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / March 4
Nebraska’s Running Backs Have a Strong Role Model in Emmett Johnson
Nebraska All-American running back Emmett Johnson is waiting for the NFL Draft next month. In his wake, his legacy in Lincoln influences the Huskers’ running back room.
Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Inside The Star / March 2
3 winners, 2 losers from the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine
So as the NFL combine came to an end late Sunday afternoon, I did in fact watch about 85% of it, and made sure to keep up on Twitter with the things that I missed.
College Football News / Yardbarker / March 4
Five prospects who hurt their stock during the NFL combine
These underwhelming showings could push these players down draft boards.
Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 10
Nebraska Running Back Emmett Johnson Earns Multiple First-Team All-America Honors
Nebraska running back Emmett Johnson added multiple other major accolades to his 2025 campaign on Wednesday, earning a spot on both the CBS Sports and On3 All-America First-Team lists.
Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Pro Football Rumors / December 5
Top college RB declares for 2026 NFL Draft
With the college regular season now in the books, some of the country’s best prospects are in line to begin declaring for the upcoming NFL draft. Friday has seen one of the top running backs from this season elect to turn pro.
Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / December 5
Nebraska's Star Running Back Emmett Johnson Announces His NFL Draft Decision
Nebraska star running back Emmett Johnson, the engine of the Huskers’ offense and one of the most productive all-purpose players in the country, has officially declared for the 2026 NFL draft.
College Football News / Field Level Media / November 9
Versatile RB Emmett Johnson (3 TDs) powers Nebraska past UCLA
Emmett Johnson caught touchdown passes of 56 and 40 yards, rushed for a score and totaled 232 yards of offense as Nebraska held off host UCLA 28-21 on Saturday in Pasadena, Calif.
College Football News / Field Level Media / October 25
Late Emmett Johnson TD run pushes Nebraska over Northwestern
Emmett Johnson rushed for 124 yards on 27 carries with two touchdowns, including the go-ahead score, to lead Nebraska to a 28-21 Big Ten win over Northwestern on Saturday in Lincoln, Neb.
College Football News / Field Level Media / October 4, 2025
Emmett Johnson powers Nebraska past Michigan State
Emmett Johnson ran for 83 yards and three touchdowns and Carter Nelson returned a blocked punt for a score Saturday as host Nebraska rallied for a 38-27 victory over Michigan State.
Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / August 5, 2025
Emmett Johnson’s Hot Finish in 2024 Lands Him on Doak Walker Watchlist
With production comes recognition, as Nebraska running back Emmett Johnson was named to the 2025 Doak Walker Award watchlist earlier this week. The award, given annually to college football’s most outstanding running back, adds another layer of excitement to what’s expected to be a breakout season for Johnson in the year ahead.
Nebraska Cornhuskers News / Husker Big Red / April 23, 2024
Nebraska Football: Emmett Johnson taking 'second step' in development
Nebraska football running back Emmett Johnson is continuing to impress the coaching staff, after having a solid and to the 2023 season. It seems as though he is picking up right where he left off last year, and running backs coach E.J.
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