Fantasy Rankings & Projections
- {{ ranking.label }}
- {{ ranking.value }}
| {{ column.label }} |
|---|
| {{ column.value }} |
Emari Demercado's Preseason Player Analysis
Draft Sharks Verdict
No player verdict is available yet.
2026 Role & Results
Role and results analysis is not available yet.
Advanced Stats
- 40 Yard Dash
- 4.5
- 40 Yard Dash Rank
- 79
- Three Cone Drill
- 7
- Agility Score
- 11.2
- Agility Score Rank
- 80
- Burst Score
- 113.9
- Burst Score Rank
- 26
- SPARQ-x
- 115.9
- SPARQ-x Rank
- 69
- Speed Score
- 105.8
- Speed Score Rank
- 83
Trends
Unable to load trends.
No trend data is available.
No trend data is available.
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.
Bam Knight Done For The Season
Bam Knight Done For The Season
The Cardinals placed RB Bam Knight on IR with the ankle injury suffered in Sunday's loss to the Texans. He's the third Arizona RB to be lost for the season, following James Conner and Trey Benson. The backfield is now down to Michael Carter and Emari Demercado. Carter dominated work in Houston, tallying 14 carries and four targets to Demercado's one carry and three targets. We're expecting Demercado to be a bit more involved the rest of the way, but Carter is the far superior fantasy bet. And he gets nice matchups the next two weeks vs. the Falcons (19th vs. RBs) and Bengals (32nd).
Bam Knight Has "Bad" Ankle Sprain
Bam Knight Has "Bad" Ankle Sprain
Cardinals RB Bam Knight suffered a "bad" ankle sprain in Sunday's loss to the Texans, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Knight is undergoing an MRI to get a better look at the damage. But he's "unlikely" to play vs. the Falcons this weekend, per Schefter. And it seems like there's a chance he misses the rest of the season. Knight's absence will leave Michael Carter as Arizona's lead back, with Emari Demercado in a change-of-pace, pass-catching role. Carter will be a viable RB3 or Flex in Week 16 fantasy lineups.
Bam Knight Leaves With Ankle Injury
Bam Knight Leaves With Ankle Injury
Cardinals RB Bam Knight hurt an ankle in the first quarter of Sunday's game vs. the Texans and was carted back to the locker room. He's officially questionable to return, but we'd be surprised if we saw him back out there today. Knight's absence leaves Arizona with RBs Michael Carter and Emari Demercado.
Update: Knight has been ruled out.
See whether Emari Demercado is available in your leagues.
Sign In to Check Your LeaguesNo related articles are available yet.
