Outlook Emmett Johnson
Emmett Johnson at Miami — Expanding Role Makes Him an Intriguing Stash
Operating as the direct backup behind Kenneth Walker, Johnson is steadily earning trust in Kansas City's backfield rotation. Both head coach Andy Reid and running backs coach DeMarco Murray recently noted that the rookie will see increased snaps to ease Walker's heavy workload. Johnson has maximized his limited touches over the first two weeks, turning 10 carries and four receptions into 103 total scrimmage yards.
With Kansas City favored by double digits against a winless Miami squad, a comfortable lead could lead to additional second-half touches for secondary backs. Our weekly projection slots Johnson for roughly 5 carries, 20 rushing yards, and a couple of targets (around 4.5 to 5.0 fantasy points). While his 2% start rate keeps him on fantasy benches for now, his surging 42% roster mark shows he is a priority stash.
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Outlook Jacory Croskey-Merritt
Jacory Croskey-Merritt vs SEA — Early-Down Role Faces Game-Script Obstacles
Croskey-Merritt has operated as Washington's lead runner to open the season, pacing the backfield with 28 carries through two weeks ahead of Rachaad White. While his role between the tackles is stable, Washington's offense enters Week 3 compromised with starting quarterback Jayden Daniels doubtful due to an elbow injury, alongside key offensive line injuries.
Facing an undefeated Seattle squad as home underdogs, game script could turn unfavorable quickly and siphon snaps toward pass-catching specialist White. Because Croskey-Merritt has almost no involvement in the passing attack, he relies heavily on finding paydirt. We project him for roughly 12 carries, 47 rushing yards, and 9.1 fantasy points, making him a touchdown-dependent flex option.
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