Emmett Johnson News, Rumors, Updates - Nebraska Cornhuskers

Raiola overcomes 3 interceptions, throws 4th TD with 1:08 left as Nebraska edges Maryland 34-31

Dylan Raiola threw a 3-yard touchdown pass to Dane Key with 1:08 remaining, and Nebraska edged Maryland 34-31

OCTOBER 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Nebraska Cornhuskers vs. Maryland Terrapins Highlights | FOX College Football

OCTOBER 11, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Trio of touchdowns in victory Johnson recorded 13 carries for 83 yards and three touchdowns and hauled in 6 of 8 targets for 37 yards during Saturday's 38-27 win against Michigan State.

Impact Johnson had a monster day against the Spartans, finding the end zone on three separate occasions while totaling 120 yards of offense on 19 total touches. The 5-foot-11 running back found the end zone on runs of two, 23 and 11 yards in the first, third and fourth quarters, respectively. Johnson has been the engine for the Nebraska offense through five games this season, running for 474 yards and seven touchdowns on 5.6 yards per attempt while adding 22 receptions for 110 yards and a score through the air as well. A road matchup against Maryland awaits next week.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nebraska still chasing RB balance as Johnson shines, Mozee rises Nebraska wanted more touches for Isaiah Mozee and Mekhi Nelson, but Emmett Johnson's production made that difficult.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • JOURNALSTAR.COM

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...

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Emmett Johnson answers the call as Nebraska holds off Michigan State “The defense had our back earlier on, and we knew that we had to go out there and make plays,” Nebraska running back Emmett Johnson said.

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • OMAHA.COM

Nebraska breaks away from the Spartans late to win 38-27

Emmett Johnson ran for three touchdowns and Nyziah Hunter caught a screen pass and ran most of the 59 yards to the end zone without a shoe to help Nebraska break away from Michigan...

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Moderate showing in loss Johnson had 19 carries for 65 yards and caught 5 of 7 targets for 32 yards during Saturday's 30-27 loss versus Michigan.

Impact Johnson put up decent numbers on the day against a talented Michigan defensive front, running for 65 yards while catching five passes for 32 yards through the air as well. The 5-foot-11 back has been solid as the lead back in Lincoln to start the 2025 season, running for 391 yards and four touchdowns across four games while adding 16 receptions for 73 yards and a score through the air as well. Johnson will hope for better days moving forward, starting with a matchup against a vulnerable Michigan State defense following Nebraska's upcoming bye.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nebraska completes Hail Mary to tie No. 21 Michigan as half expires

Jacory Barney Jr. came down with a tying 52-yard Hail Mary pass from Dylan Raiola to end the first half against No. 21 Michigan

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Why'd Emmett Johnson bulk up in the offseason? To prepare for opponents like Michigan Emmett Johnson has "flushed" his strong start to the season — he's onto Big Ten play, where he hopes his added strength pays off.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • JOURNALSTAR.COM

Two scores in blowout Johnson tallied 13 rushes for 78 yards and two touchdowns and caught all two targets for seven yards during Saturday's 59-7 win over Houston Christian.

Impact Johnson found the end zone on a pair of touchdown runs in the second quarter scoring from two and four yards out to extend Nebraska's already insurmountable lead. The 5-foot-11 running back has been a productive force for the Cornhuskers ont he ground through three games this season, running for 326 yards and four touchdowns in that time while adding 11 receptionsf or 41 yards and a score through the air. His next opportunity will come against Michigan on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nebraska routs FCS Houston Christian 59-7, lets starters sit out 2nd half with Michigan up next

Dylan Raiola threw for 222 yards and two touchdowns, Emmett Johnson ran for two scores and Nebraska hammered Houston Christian 59-7

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Monster performance in blowout Johnson tallied 14 rushes for 140 yards and two touchdowns and gathered in all two targets for seven yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 68-0 win over Akron.

Impact Johnson put together a productive outing against the Zips, running for 140 yards on 10 yards per attempt. The 5-foot-11 running back found the end zone on runs of 47 and six yards in the first and third quarters, respectively while adding a third score on a four-yard pass from quarterback Dylan Raiola in the second frame. Johnson has been a star for the Cornhuskers thus far, totaling 248 yards on the ground and three total touchdowns through the team's first two games. His next opportunity will come against Houston Christian.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Monster performance in blowout Johnson tallied 14 rushes for 140 yards and two touchdowns and gathered in all two targets for seven yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 68-0 win over Akron.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Raiola throws for 364 yards and 4 TDs to lead Nebraska to 68-0 win as Zips held to zip again

Dylan Raiola threw for 364 yards and four touchdowns and Emmett Johnson ran for 140 yards and scored three times to lead Nebraska past Akron 68-0

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Emmett Johnson rushes for a 47-yard TD to give Nebraska a 7-0 lead vs. Akron

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Carriker Chronicles: Emmett Johnson Is Bullish on Nebraska's Offense In this exclusive interview with Adam Carriker, running back Emmett Johnson talks about Nebraska's rush offense and says the the sky is the...

SEPTEMBER 4, 2025 • SI.COM

Leading rusher in opener Johnson had 25 carries for 108 yards and caught 7 of 10 targets for 27 yards during Thursday's 20-17 victory versus Cincinnati.

Impact Johnson had a solid day for the Cornhuskers, crossing the century mark on the ground while providing a safe target in the passing game. Though the 5-foot-11 running back didn't find the end zone against Cincinnati, he was a consistent force for the Nebraska offense throughout the day. His next chance will come against Akron on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nebraska plays Akron

The Nebraska Cornhuskers meet the Akron Zips

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

OC Holgorsen: Nebraska can't lean that hard on Emmett Johnson every week Dana Holgorsen doesn’t regret Emmett Johnson’s heavy workload — but says it can’t continue. The Huskers need more RB depth.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 • JOURNALSTAR.COM

Matt Rhule wants Nebraska RB backups to get more carries While Matt Rhule noted Emmett Johnson was "in a zone" Thursday, the Nebraska coach "wasn't happy" with Mekhi Nelson and Isaiah Mozee's lack...

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • JOURNALSTAR.COM

Nebraska RB used spotlight after big game to make powerful off-field plea Nebraska football running back Emmett Johnson is a leader for the Huskers in several different ways. First and foremost, the running back is...

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • HUSKERCORNER.COM

Huskers are hoping they've kicked their habit of being on the wrong end of one-score games

Nebraska hopes its problem with finishing close games is over

AUGUST 29, 2025 • Associated Press

3 Takeaways from Nebraska's close win over Cincinnati! Emmett Johnson leads the way for the Huskers! Thursday's season opener might've felt a little too close for comfort for some. In the past fe...

AUGUST 29, 2025 • HUSKERCORNER.COM

Nebraska holds off Cincinnati with late interception for 20-17 win at Arrowhead Stadium

Dylan Raiola throws for 243 yards and two touchdowns, leading Nebraska to a 20-17 victory over Cincinnati on Thursday night

AUGUST 29, 2025 • Associated Press

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