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Brashard Smith's Preseason Player Analysis
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- 40 Yard Dash
- 4.4
- 40 Yard Dash Rank
- 96
- Burst Score
- 113.8
- Burst Score Rank
- 25
- Speed Score
- 104.5
- Speed Score Rank
- 79
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Emmett Johnson Doesn't Appear Worthy of a Late-Round Pick
Emmett Johnson Doesn't Appear Worthy of a Late-Round Pick
Jesse Newell of The Athletic calls Chiefs RB Emmett Johnson an early training camp "faller." Here's more from Newell. “The Chiefs were thrilled to get Emmett Johnson in the fifth round of April’s draft, and I’d think his long-term prospects with the team remain unchanged. But as of now … he’s been a clear fourth in the running back pecking order in practices, behind both Brashard Smith and Emari Demercado [plus starter Kenneth Walker].”
Can RB Emmett Johnson Become the Chiefs No. 2 RB?
Can RB Emmett Johnson Become the Chiefs No. 2 RB?
The Kansas City Chiefs selected Nebraska RB Emmett Johnson in Round 5 of the 2026 NFL Draft. Johnson’s college path wasn’t linear. He arrived as an overlooked recruit, redshirted, and then climbed past veteran competition before losing touches in 2024. Even in a split backfield, his receiving stood out, culminating in a 39-catch season that foreshadowed a larger role. When Nebraska committed fully in 2025, Johnson responded with 1,451 rushing yards and a class-high 46 receptions. Among the 20 RBs invited to the NFL Combine, Johnson ranked first in 2025 rushing market share (82.4%), and 15th in yards after contact per attempt (2.95). He ranked fourth in 2025 missed tackles forced per attempt (0.27) and sixth in receiving yards per route run (1.27). He is currently 22 years old.
Isiah Pacheco INACTIVE
Isiah Pacheco INACTIVE
Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco is inactive for today’s game vs. the Raiders. That leaves the backfield to Kareem Hunt, Brashard Smith, and Dameon Pierce.
Isiah Pacheco Questionable For Week 18
Isiah Pacheco Questionable For Week 18
Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco is questionable for Sunday's game vs. the Raiders. He was on the injury report with 'rest' all week, so Pacheco is seemingly healthy enough to play if the Chiefs want him to. We'll look for further updates on the situation and get Kansas City's inactives a little before 3 pm ET on Sunday. Pacheco's absence would leave the backfield to Kareem Hunt and Brashard Smith.
Chiefs RBs Return to Early-Season Roles
Chiefs RBs Return to Early-Season Roles
Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco reclaimed the rushing lead in Sunday's loss to the Chargers. He took his 11 carries for just 21 yards (1.9 per rush), while Kareem Hunt carried six times for 12 yards (2.0). Brashard Smith claimed the other two RB attempts, contributing a mere 1 yard. The usage pushed the backfield split back to what we saw from Kansas City backs before Pacheco's injury absence.
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