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Chiefs RB Walker III Misses Practice With Groin Injury, Sunday Status Unclear

Kansas City Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker III missed practice Friday with a sore groin, leaving his status in question for this weekend...

10 MINS AGO • FOX SPORTS

Chiefs RB Walker III Misses Practice With Groin Injury, Sunday Status Unclear

Could lead backfield Sunday Coach Andy Reid noted that Johnson would take the bulk of the Chiefs' carries in the event that Kenneth Walker -- who didn't practice Friday due to groin tightness -- is forced to...

Impact Added context regarding Walker's status will arrive via Friday's final injury report when the Chiefs assign their Week 10 injury designations. Chances are, Walker will be deemed questionable, but if he ends up sidelined this weekend, Johnson would provide those who roster Walker, or otherwise need RB help, with a viable pivot option.

1 HOUR AGO • ROTOWIRE

Scores rush TD in easy win Johnson rushed six times for 34 yards and a touchdown and returned one kickoff for 29 yards in the Chiefs' 35-12 win over the Jets on Sunday.

Impact The Chiefs held a 28-12 lead by the end of three quarters, which provided the opportunity for head coach Andy Reid to give Kenneth Walker, who scored three total touchdowns, some down time in the latter portion of the contest. Johnson took advantage of his opportunities, recording a six-yard touchdown run with 3:35 remaining in the contest. The rookie fifth-round pick's yardage total was a new career high, while his carry tally was his highest since Week 3. Johnson will remain in a modest No. 2 role for a Week 10 road matchup against the Falcons next Sunday.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

The Chiefs welcome the Jets to Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday with both teams desperate for a win

The Jets and Chiefs meet at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday with both teams searching for success

NOVEMBER 5 • Associated Press

'The Race Continues' - Chiefs vs. Jets Preview w/ Emmett Johnson | Defending The Kingdom

NOVEMBER 4 • YOUTUBE

A subtle flag, a wiped-out TD and a new AFC West leader in Denver

The Kansas City Chiefs faced a tough loss against the Denver Broncos, 28-24, in Week 8

NOVEMBER 3 • Associated Press

Emmett Johnson's BREAK OUT Game

NOVEMBER 2 • YOUTUBE

Chiefs rue another flag-filled loss, this time as a penalty wipes out the winning TD in Denver

The Kansas City Chiefs have been struggling with penalties, which cost them a win against Denver on Sunday

NOVEMBER 2 • Associated Press

Bo Nix's late-game heroics are part of a storied tradition for the Denver Broncos

Bo Nix is proving to be a clutch player for the Denver Broncos

NOVEMBER 2 • Associated Press

Monday Morning NFL Top 10 Rankings: Big Movement At Top With Undefeated Vikings' Loss

There's a new No. 1 in the NFL after the undefeated Vikings lost. Check out Bucky Brooks' latest top-10 rankings.

NOVEMBER 2 • FOX SPORTS

Monday Morning NFL Top 10 Rankings: Big Movement At Top With Undefeated Vikings' Loss

Huge day as pass catcher in Week 8 loss Johnson carried the ball once for 15 yards and caught all five of his targets for 128 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 28-24 loss to the Broncos. He also added 44 yards on his onl...

Impact The rookie running back flashed his explosiveness on a 73-yard catch and run in the second quarter that produced Johnson's first career NFL touchdown. He came into Sunday with a 9-109-0 line on 11 targets through six games, and his six touches were firmly behind Kenneth Walker's 25, but Johnson's breakout performance can only encourage Andy Reid to find more ways to get the ball in his hands. Johnson will look to build on this effort in Week 9 against the Jets.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

On fourth-and-goal, Roach drops Mahomes and flips the AFC West race as Broncos beat Chiefs 28-24

Malcolm Roach sacked Patrick Mahomes on the final play Sunday, securing Denver's 28-24 comeback win over Kansas City

NOVEMBER 2 • Associated Press

Denver Takes Control Of AFC West: 3 Takeaways From The Broncos' Win Over The Chiefs

The Denver Broncos delivered the biggest win of their season by taking down the Kansas City Chiefs. Here are Greg Auman's takeaways.

NOVEMBER 2 • FOX SPORTS

Denver Takes Control Of AFC West: 3 Takeaways From The Broncos' Win Over The Chiefs

Logs two catches in Week 7 loss Johnson caught two of three passes for 17 yards and returned three kickoffs for 81 yards during Sunday's 20-3 loss to the Seahawks. He also added two tackles on special teams.

Impact Johnson was held without a carry for the second time in three games, with lead back Kenneth Walker bottled up for 36 yards on 14 carries (2.6 YPC). Johnson has seen three carries or fewer in four of the first six games of the regular season and figures to be limited to a third-down role as a pass catcher unless Walker were to miss time. The Chiefs will stay on the road for a Week 8 divisional matchup against the Broncos on Nov. 1.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Five touches in Week 6 win Johnson turned three carries into six yards and caught two of three targets for 18 yards during Sunday's 22-6 win over the Chargers. He also returned two kickoffs for 50 yards.

Impact Johnson maintained his rotational role in the Chiefs' offense, with his 18 offensive snaps well behind Kenneth Walker's 45. Given Walker's tremendous start to the season, Johnson is one of the premier handcuff running backs in fantasy, and his scoring floor would rise significantly if the former ever missed time. The Chiefs will take their 5-0 record on the road for Week 7 against the Seahawks on Oct. 25.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Chiefs RB Emmett Johnson showing love to his alma mater!

OCTOBER 10 • FOX SPORTS

NFL Fact or Fiction: Walker, Top RB? Browns Legit? Ruling On Your Week 4 Hot Takes

We dive into your Week 4 hot takes, from the Kenneth Walker III vs. Bijan Robinson debate to whether the Panthers and Browns are for real.

OCTOBER 8 • FOX SPORTS

NFL Fact or Fiction: Walker, Top RB? Browns Legit? Ruling On Your Week 4 Hot Takes

Kenneth Walker Has Been Incredible, but Emmett Johnson's Time May Be Coming Soon The Chiefs' running back room has been the team's biggest year-over-year improvement. Can Emmett Johnson step up after the bye week?

OCTOBER 7 • SI.COM

Handles one touch in Week 4 win Johnson caught his lone target for 10 yards in Sunday's 30-27 win over the Raiders.

Impact The rookie running back didn't handle a single rushing attempt behind Kenneth Walker's 22 carries for 177 yards and two touchdowns. Johnson still played 17 offensive snaps and remains the clear backup and bench stash to own in fantasy should something ever happen to Walker.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Six rushes in win Johnson rushed six times for 17 yards and returned one kick for 31 yards in the Chiefs' 24-10 win over the Dolphins on Sunday.

Impact Johnson played 13 offensive snaps and nine special-teams snaps in Sunday's contest. The rookie fifth-rounder continues to see supplemental carries as a relief option behind Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Why Sunday's Game Against the Dolphins Should Be Emmett Johnson's Time to Shine While Kenneth Walker has rightfully earned the headlines out of the Chiefs' backfield, rookie Emmett Johnson will need to step up soon, and...

SEPTEMBER 26 • SI.COM

Emmett Johnson could earn more touches for Chiefs by end of year | Sporting News Kansas City's coaches say the rookie has a bright future.

SEPTEMBER 24 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Texans and Colts are each trying to avoid 0-3 starts in matchup between struggling AFC South teams

Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen and Houston Texans coach DeMeco Ryans understand the urgency of Sunday’s early season AFC South matchup

SEPTEMBER 24 • Associated Press

NFL Awards Ballot: After Winning Super Bowl MVP, Kenneth Walker Has Become A Top RB

The reigning Super Bowl MVP has been as good as advertised, but the Chiefs need to guard against overusing the Michigan State product.

SEPTEMBER 24 • FOX SPORTS

NFL Awards Ballot: After Winning Super Bowl MVP, Kenneth Walker Has Become A Top RB

Fantasy Football FAAB Report: Bryce Young, Emmett Johnson, and 6 More Week 3 Waiver Wire Adds Bryce Young and Emmett Johnson headline the eight players to target with FAAB in fantasy football leagues entering Week 3.

SEPTEMBER 22 • SI.COM

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Chiefs RB Walker III Misses Practice With Groin Injury, Sunday Status Unclear

The Chiefs welcome the Jets to Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday with both teams desperate for a win

A subtle flag, a wiped-out TD and a new AFC West leader in Denver

Chiefs rue another flag-filled loss, this time as a penalty wipes out the winning TD in Denver

Bo Nix's late-game heroics are part of a storied tradition for the Denver Broncos

Monday Morning NFL Top 10 Rankings: Big Movement At Top With Undefeated Vikings' Loss

On fourth-and-goal, Roach drops Mahomes and flips the AFC West race as Broncos beat Chiefs 28-24

Denver Takes Control Of AFC West: 3 Takeaways From The Broncos' Win Over The Chiefs

Chiefs RB Emmett Johnson showing love to his alma mater!

NFL Fact or Fiction: Walker, Top RB? Browns Legit? Ruling On Your Week 4 Hot Takes

Texans and Colts are each trying to avoid 0-3 starts in matchup between struggling AFC South teams

NFL Awards Ballot: After Winning Super Bowl MVP, Kenneth Walker Has Become A Top RB