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18:51Biggest Draft Stock Risers And Fallers From NFL Combine
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1:33Which Offensive Players Saw A Fall In Stock At The NFL Combine
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0:42IS HE IN? Emmett Johnson dives for the goal line at end of 70-yard run for Nebraska
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1:10Nebraska's Matt Rhule discusses the team's run game coming out of the spring
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0:50Nebraska freshman running back Jamal Rule preparing to play in 2026
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0:53Colandrea, Husker QBs show mobility in Red-White Game
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0:25Nebraska RB Emmett Johnson confident as he embarks on pro career
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0:26How Nebraska is working pass rush this spring
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0:53Dana Holgorsen discusses Nebraska's new-look offensive line
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1:50Holgorsen talks benefits of mobility at quarterback spot
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1:28How Husker wide receivers are adjusting to Anthony Colandrea
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1:49Nebraska spring sights and sounds part 2
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1:57Sights and Sounds from Nebraska football spring practice
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0:26Nebraska DC Rob Aurich talks pass rush progress this spring
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1:16Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule discusses new reasons to visit NFL Combine
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1:16How Nebraska quarterbacks TJ Lateef and Daniel Kaelin are handling the spring
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1:01New Nebraska DC Rob Aurich talks development on his side of the ball
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0:33Nebraska adds size, experience from portal at linebacker
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1:21Dana Holgorsen discusses what Nebraska's offense will look like in 2026
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1:21What does the picture look like at running back in 2026?
Draft Scouting Report
Pro Comparison: Kyren Williams
Summary
Emmett Johnson is an explosive, high-volume running back who plays with relentless energy. A versatile playmaker for Nebraska, he made history by dominating as both a runner and receiver in the same game. He excels at breaking tackles and quickly accelerating into the open field. With a physical running style and a willingness to protect his quarterback, he has developed into a reliable every-down back ready for the next level.
About
- 2025: Led Big Ten in carries and rushing yards
- 2024-25: 85 receptions, 656 receiving yards, 5 receiving TD
Strengths
- Elite contact balance and ability to bounce off arm tackles.
- Explosive short-area quickness with dangerous one-cut-and-go acceleration.
- Highly versatile in the passing game and on screens.
Weaknesses
- Occasionally runs into contact by missing clearly designed rushing lanes.
- Tendency to round off cuts in the backfield when searching for gaps.
- Average vision that can lead to inconsistent decision-making behind blockers.
Combine Data
- 40-yard dash: 4.56 seconds
- Bench press: 16 reps
- Vertical jump: 35.5 inches
- 20-yard shuttle run: 4.29 seconds
- Broad jump: 10 feet, 0 inches
- 3-cone drill: 7.32 seconds
2025 Rushing
| STATS | ATT | YDS | AVG | TD | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Season | 251 | 1451 | 5.8 | 12 | 70 |
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Player Bio
| HT/WT: 5-11, 200 lbs |
| Birthplace: Minneapolis, MN |
| Age: 22 |
| Class: Junior |















