As fantasy football drafts continue, Roschon Johnson, a running back for the Chicago Bears, remains undrafted in 97.2% of drafts according to PFSN’s Fantasy Football Mock Draft Simulator, positioning him as one of the season‘s biggest hidden values. Johnson’s increasing role in the Bears’ offense under head coach Ben Johnson highlights his potential as a key goal-line and third-down contributor.

Exceptional Efficiency at the Goal Line Points to Scoring Potential

Roschon Johnson has demonstrated remarkable effectiveness near the end zone, converting six out of seven goal-to-go carries into touchdowns last season, achieving an 85.7% touchdown conversion rate. This performance greatly surpasses that of the Bears’ presumed lead back, D’Andre Swift, who recorded only three touchdowns on 16 similar attempts. Despite fewer chances, Johnson matched the goal-line touchdown totals of top fantasy backs Jonathan Taylor and Chase Brown, who each had 22 opportunities.

Sources indicate Johnson

feels like a lock to be the short-yardage/goal-line back again this year,

reinforcing his role as the Bears’ primary scoring option near the end zone. This specialization provides him with consistent weekly touchdown upside, an advantage over many other backs selected earlier in drafts.

Expanded Role on Third Downs Increases Fantasy Value

Johnson’s contributions go beyond short-yardage situations, as he is expected to take on third-down responsibilities. Although not considered an elite receiver, he has been dependable when targeted, catching 50 of 60 career passes for an 83.3% catch rate through two seasons. This reliability enhances his appeal in an offense led by Ben Johnson, who is known for leveraging versatile players in creative, fast-paced schemes.

In such an offense, Johnson’s involvement on third downs means he will frequently remain on the field to provide pass protection and serve as a checkdown option. This dual capacity as a goal-line specialist and third-down back offers him standalone flex appeal, especially if the Bears’ offense thrives under quarterback Caleb Williams.

While Johnson is unlikely to assume a full workload as a workhorse back, his targeted roles and touchdown potential provide valuable weekly scoring chances. Additionally, he carries injury-related upside if D’Andre Swift were sidelined. Johnson stands out as a rare player who combines specific role value with meaningful upside.

For fantasy managers considering late-round draft picks, Johnson represents a strategic target who could outperform his draft position significantly. His availability in nearly all drafts is unlikely to continue once his touchdown-dependent upside in one of the NFL’s promising offenses gains wider recognition.