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Emmett Johnson: Big Ten's Running Back of the Year

Emmett Johnson, Nebraskas running back, was named Big Ten Running Back of the Year, marking a remarkable junior season with 1,451 rushing yards, 46 receptions, and 1,821 all-purpose yards, leading the nation in rushing yards and contributing to over 40% of Nebraskas total yards.

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