Johnson is limited by a foot injury and has practiced on a limited basis, affecting his upside for Chicago’s ground game. If healthy, he could provide early-down power and a short-yardage option, but injury status makes his week-to-week fantasy viability uncertain and volatile.

Johnson’s usage was limited in the opener, with the rookie Manu’s limited involvement, and the run game failed to establish rhythm. The backfield rotation drew scrutiny as Chicago sought balance. Johnson’s role and the direction of the rushing attack will be pivotal to stabilize the offense in Week 2.

Johnson is listed as limited but trending up; his workload could be pivotal if he’s limited or if Edwards’ status shifts. Fantasy managers should monitor backfield splits as Johnson’s health informs early-down and third-down usage.

Roschon Johnson figures prominently as the backfield becomes a focal point with Roshan Johnson out, elevating Manungai and Swift’s roles in Week 1.

Johnson’s absence removes a key early-down back, testing Chicago’s rotation behind a thin RB group. The Bears may lean more on pass-heavy schemes or rely on other backs, affecting fantasy expectations for Bears’ ball-carriers and changing Minnesota’s defensive matchups.