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Emmett Johnson explodes for 143 yards, touchdown in Week 8
Emmett Johnson had a big game for the Chiefs in Week 8, but Kenneth Walker III still led the backfield with 25 touches
Kenneth Walker III
RB · KC · 26 yrs · exp 4 · Michigan State
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Broncos' goal-line stand holds off Chiefs 28-24 for division lead
In a game they probably shouldn’t have won, the Broncos beat the Chiefs with a goal-line stand in the final seconds. Denver stopped Kansas City four times inside the 10-yard line, winning 28-24 for Sean Payton’s 200th career victory, including the postseason. The Broncos lead the AFC West at 6-2, while the Chiefs fell to 5-2 with a second consecutive loss. Denver trailed 24-13 in the fourth quarter before scoring 15 consecutive points for its fourth comeback win of the season. The Chiefs uncharacteristically fell apart when it mattered most. They had a chance to pad their lead, but Harrison Butker missed a 54-yard field goal wide right with 2:31 remaining. It came after Alex Singleton sacked Patrick Mahomes for 6-yard loss. Butker is in danger of losing his job after the Chiefs signed Justin Tucker to the practice squad last week. The 10-year veteran has missed 6 of 17 field-goal attempts this season, including two misses in last week’s loss to the Seahawks. Two plays, 56 yards and 35 seconds later, the Broncos led for the first time. Jonah Coleman had a 51-yard catch-and-run before a 5-yard touchdown run. The Broncos led 28-24 with 1:56 left. Emmett Johnson, the star for the Chiefs on Sunday, returned the kickoff 44 yards to the Kansas City 44, and two plays later, Mahomes found Travis Kelce for a 32-yard gain to the Denver 18. The Chiefs had first-and-goal at the 4 with 35 seconds left. Kenneth Walker ran for 3 yards to the 1 before Patrick Surtain tackled him; Mahomes threw incomplete; and Walker was stopped for no gain by safety JL Skinner. That set up a final play with four seconds left, and after a false start, Malcolm Roach sacked Mahomes to end the game. The Chiefs outgained the Broncos 399 to 294 as Mahomes went 30-of-41 for 321 yards and three touchdowns. Johnson caught five passes for 128 yards and a touchdown and had a 15-yard run. Kelce added five catches for 67 yards. Bo Nix was 20-of-32 for 222 yards and two touchdowns, going 5-of-6 for 84 yards and a touchdown in the fourth quarter. Coleman had 11 carries for 41 yards and a touchdown and four catches for 63 yards
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RB · KC
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Chiefs lead Broncos 17-13 at halftime
Chiefs rookie running back Emmett Johnson entered Sunday’s game with 28 touches for 171 yards. He has three catches for 119 yards and a touchdown against the Broncos. He scored a 73-yard touchdown, the longest touchdown play and longest reception for the Chiefs since Tyreek Hill went 75 yards against the Browns on Sep. 12, 2021. He also had a 38-yard reception to set up a 45-yard Harrison Butker field goal with 19 seconds left in the first half. The Chiefs lead the Broncos 17-13 at halftime. Kansas City outgained Denver 224 to 154 in the first half as Patrick Mahomes went 13-for-19 for 196 yards and two touchdowns. Rashee Rice scored on an 11-yard catch, and he has four catches for 38 yards. Kenneth Walker has only 26 yards on seven carries. Bo Nix is 11-of-19 for 121 yards and a touchdown, a 1-yard toss to Jaylen Waddle on fourth down. Courtland Sutton had two catches for 41 yards. Chiefs defensive lineman George Karlaftis has a sack and two batted passes
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2026 Week 8 NFL odds, picks, predictions, best bets: Experts targeting Steelers, Chiefs, Eagles on Sunday
The Week 8 NFL schedule features an exciting 12-game slate on Sunday, including pivotal matchups like Steelers vs. Browns, Chiefs vs. Broncos and Commanders vs. Eagles. Those games are spread out throughout the day, providing plenty of opportunities to place NFL bets at the top online betting apps . Wide receivers A.J. Browns (Patriots), DeVonta Smith (Eagles) and Emeka Egbuka (Buccaneers) are all out. Before locking in your Week 8 NFL predictions, be sure to check out the top NFL betting picks from SportsLine's team of proven experts. New users can also target the latest DraftKings promo code , which offers $200 in bonus bets and three free months of NBA League Pass after your first $5 bet : Combining the experts' three picks into a Week 8 NFL parlay would result in a payout of +573 (risk $100 to win $573). Claim a $55 bonus after $25 in trades here with the best Kalshi promo code CBSSPORTS55 : "Which Browns road team shows up? The one that totaled 22 points in losses at the Jaguars and Jets or the one that scored 27 in wins at the Bucs and Titans? And Cleveland beat visiting Pittsburgh in Week 2. But the Steelers are on a crazy 11-0 ATS home run in AFC North games. They haven't lost at home to Cleveland in the RS in a couple of decades," SportsLine expert Matt Severance said. "The Broncos might be 5-2, but they have not played like it, 30th in total offense and 23rd in total defense," SportsLine expert David Bearman said. "If they are counting on a 62-yard QB TD run or 52-yard TD swing pass vs. the Chiefs, it isn't going to happen. The Chiefs just played statistically one of their worst games of the year and were still in the game at Seattle in the fourth quarter. The difference in this one will be Denver's 28th-ranked rush defense against Ken Walker III, who leads the NFL with 701 yards. We saw this matchup in Week 1 with the Chiefs dominating in all stats (19-9 in 1st downs, 392-176 in yards, 34-26 TOP), and Walker had 173 yards." "The Eagles remain beset by injuries heading into another primetime matchup, but they held their own against the Cowboys and held a lead late in the third quarter," SportsLine expert R.J. White said. "Ultimately, their defense was not able to get enough stops on a dangerous Cowboys offense, but this is a step down in quality of opponent, especially with Terry McLaurin and Jacory Croskey-Merritt sidelined. Washington's one win this year featured just one drive longer than 43 yards but somehow 33 points on the scoreboard, and they have the 31st scoring defense in the league. I don't think these units collectively deserved to be favored by this much against basically anyone, so I'm fading the massive market line move on this game." You've seen some Week 8 NFL best bets for Sunday. Now, get against the spread, total and money line picks for every NFL game here, all from the team of experts and model that's simulated every game 10,000 times
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2026 Week 8 NFL odds, picks, predictions, best bets: Experts targeting Steelers, Chiefs, Eagles on Sunday
SportsLine's experts are targeting the Steelers, Chiefs, and Eagles in their Week 8 NFL betting picks. Despite recent struggles, the Steelers have a strong home record against AFC North opponents. The Chiefs are expected to overcome the Broncos, who have underperformed statistically. The Eagles are also highlighted, though the full reasoning is truncated
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Chiefs vs. Broncos odds, picks, prediction, spread: Start time, betting preview, best bets for NFL Week 8
Chiefs face Broncos in Week 8; Mahomes struggles, Walker III a key factor
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Seahawks RBs Zach Charbonnet, Jadarian Price will return Monday night
The Seahawks will have veteran running back Zach Charbonnet and rookie running back Jadarian Price in the same game for the first time on Monday. Neither Charbonnet nor Price has an injury designation for the game against the Bears. Charbonnet is returning from a torn ACL in his left knee that ended his season on his fifth carry in the divisional round of the 2025 playoffs. He underwent surgery on Feb. 20. The Seahawks opened his 21-day return-to-practice window on Oct. 1. Charbonnet ran for 730 yards and 12 touchdowns on 184 carries in the 2025 regular season, while sharing carries with Kenneth Walker. Price missed the past four games on injured reserve with a chest injury. He has 32 touches for 140 yards. The Seahawks will have to make a move for Price to return to the active roster from IR. The team ruled out offensive tackle Charles Cross (ankle), running back Velus Jones (hamstring) and wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (knee). Linebacker Uchenna Nwosu (ankle) is doubtful. Linebacker Patrick O’Connell (toe), defensive tackle Brandon Pili (back) and quarterback Drew Lock (right elbow) are questionable. Lock was limited in all three practices this week
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2026 Week 8 NFL odds, picks, predictions, best bets: Experts backing Steelers, Chiefs, Eagles on Sunday
Experts are providing their Week 8 NFL predictions, with a focus on matchups including Steelers vs. Browns, Chiefs vs. Broncos, and Commanders vs. Eagles. Key insights highlight the Steelers' strong home record against AFC North opponents, concerns about the Broncos' offense and defense against the Chiefs, and the Eagles' resilience despite injuries
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It wouldn't shock me if ... NFL Week 8: Colts split Jonathan Taylor's reps, Lamar Jackson shows no rust
The article highlights key player movements and predictions for Week 8, noting the Colts’ trade activity and potential performance shifts for Jonathan Taylor and Lamar Jackson
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Saquon Barkley trade rumors: Should the Seahawks trade for the Eagles' running back?
The Seattle Seahawks opted not to franchise tag their top running back last season and ended up losing him to free agency. Kenneth Walker III was named Super Bowl MVP in February and shortly after joined the Kansas City Chiefs , leaving the defending champs with big shoes to fill. They have yet to fill those shoes effectively. Running back Zach Charbonnet is still recovering from a torn ACL he sustained last season, and rookie first-round pick Jadarian Price is on IR with a chest injury. Injuries aside, the Seahawks don't have the level of talent they did in Walker last season. But one name floating around the trade deadline conversation could fix Seattle's run game woes. Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley could find a new home, and the Seahawks are certainly a team that makes sense. Let's take a look at the case for and against trading for Barkley. The Seahawks aren't playing as well as they hoped after their Super Bowl win in 2025. The team was sitting at .500 heading into Week 7, and a victory over the Chiefs on "Sunday Night Football" put some spark in their struggling offense. What would give them even more of a spark is a stronger run game. After trading away Walker, their ground game is a shell of what it was. Quarterback Sam Darnold has struggled with interceptions, tied for second-most in the league (7) through Week 6. Without a strong run game, quarterbacks can be forced to throw the ball, feeling they have limited options, and that pressure can lead to poor decision-making. If Darnold has a strong running back, the entire offense would feel the impact, and defenses would be forced to game-plan for a player who can make something into nothing on the ground. We have seen what value the combination of wide receiver Jaxson Smith-Njigba and Walker did last season, which got them all the way to a Lombardi Trophy. Adding Barkley could greatly increase the team's playoff chances. Adding Barkley solves two problems with one player. The Seahawks would get the clear RB1 they've been missing, and the Eagles can get future picks to begin building with some youth. Currently, the Seahawks' run game ranks second-worst in EPA per rush. Seattle just shored up its offensive line with the addition of Quenton Nelson from the Indianapolis Colts . Now's a great time to add to that offensive unit. Barkley is a solid RB1, but he does have some cons. He's older, and he does have a history of injuries. To the over-29 crowd reading this, take no offense, you're certainly not old, but for a running back, 29 is up there. Backs typically have a short career, so 29 is older in the running back world than it is for everyone else. Now let's get to the injury part. He already missed two games due to injury this season. He isn't the most injury-prone RB out there, but as he ages, the chances of missing games will only go up. Another reason not to trade for Barkley is that the Seahawks already have a young core of running backs they can build around. They will be getting Charbonnet and Price back soon and can see what their offense can look like with them. Then we have Barkley's price. CBS Sports' own Carter Bahns says one version of this deal could involve the Eagles receiving Emanuel Wilson , a 2027 third-round pick, and a 2027 fifth-round pick. Even if the Seahawks don't make a playoff run this year, the team would still be just two years removed from a championship next season. The quarterback and head coach should be the same, and they could make another run in 2027. Adding future draft picks allows them to add the pieces they need through the draft, rather than through an aging running back. This is a trade I can see happening. The Seahawks just lost their MVP running back and desperately need to find a replacement. While Barkley won't be at Walker's level and likely doesn't have as many years left in the NFL , he provides the stability needed and perhaps even the chance at another Super Bowl appearance. They can strike [... truncated ...]
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Lessons from NFL Week 7: Jaxon Smith-Njigba could make WR history, Seahawks look like champs again
Seahawks WR Jaxon Smith‑Njigba dominates in Week 7, while RB Kenneth Walker III returns to bolster the offense
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Snap Reactions: All nickel, no base as Seahawks stymie Chiefs
The Seahawks slowed Kenneth Walker and the Chiefs offense in Week 7 with speed, not size
RB · KC
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Frustrated' Kenneth Walker III didn't shake hands with Seahawks after Chiefs' loss
Kenneth Walker III was seen not shaking hands with Seahawks players after the game
RB · KC
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Chiefs may have a Harrison Butker problem: Andy Reid says KC kicker 'gotta fix it'
Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker struggled in recent loss, missing key field goals and PATs, prompting coach Andy Reid to call for improvement
RB · KC
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Kenneth Walker III explains why he didn't shake hands with Seahawks after Chiefs' loss: 'I was frustrated'
Kenneth Walker III wasn't pleased to see his former teammates celebrating after Sunday's loss
RB · KC
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Nick Emmanwori: Seahawks' defense was motivated to stop Kenneth Walker
Seahawks defense held Walker to 36 yards, down from his 133‑yard average
RB · KC
RB · KC
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Emmett Johnson Remains a Priority Handcuff Back to Target
Chiefs keep rookie Emmett Johnson as a handcuff to star RB Kenneth Walker, with upside if Walker gets hurt
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Kenneth Walker skips handshakes with ex-Seahawks teammates after getting shut down in Chiefs’ first loss
Kenneth Walker III did not want to stick around and reminisce after his first game in Seattle on Sunday night
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Sunday Night Football: Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Seahawks defense dominate Chiefs, win 20-3
The Seahawks' defense and Jaxon Smith-Njigba were instrumental in their 20-3 victory over the Chiefs. The Seahawks' defense held the Chiefs to minimal yards and first downs, while Smith-Njigba had a standout offensive performance with nine catches for 150 yards and a touchdown. Despite a strong defensive effort, the Chiefs struggled offensively, with Patrick Mahomes having one of his worst games and Harrison Butker missing two crucial field goal attempts. Emanuel Wilson sealed the win with a late touchdown run for the Seahawks
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Seahawks-Chiefs score: 4-3! Seahawks put in a defensive masterclass in rout
Seahawks' defense shines in 4-3 win over Chiefs
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