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Gainwell's 2026 Season: A Fantasy Football Bust?
21 Sep
Summary
- Kenny Gainwell has only 13 touches for 33 yards in two games.
- He recorded only 10 rushing yards and 5 receiving yards in Week 2.
- Gainwell was a productive receiver in the previous season.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Kenny Gainwell has struggled significantly in the early part of the 2026 season. Through the first two games, Gainwell has accumulated only 13 touches, resulting in a mere 33 scrimmage yards. His performance in Week 2 against the Cleveland Browns was particularly concerning, with just two carries for 10 yards and three receptions for five yards on four targets.
This early-season slump is a notable decline from Gainwell's performance last season. He proved to be a valuable asset, particularly as a safety valve, amassing 73 receptions for 486 receiving yards and three touchdowns through the air. Fantasy football managers are advised to bench Gainwell until his production improves.
