ESPN Fantasy Football on Kenneth Gainwell

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Kenny Gainwell's role could be larger than expected in Tampa Bay. From Week 8 on last season, Gainwell, then a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers, averaged 13.3 touches and 17.8 fantasy points per game. He was also a capable receiver out of the backfield, ranking near the top of the position in yards per route run during that stretch. Rachaad White is gone, and Bucky Irving is projected for 61% of the touches for the Buccaneers, leaving Gainwell with standalone appeal and RB2 upside if his role grows.

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Gainwell's Week 8+ efficiency and Irving's touch cap create RB2 upside in Tampa Bay.

Gainwell's role in Tampa Bay could be larger than expected. From Week 8 onward in 2025 with Pittsburgh, he averaged 13.3 touches and 17.8 fantasy points per game while ranking near the top at yards per route run. With Rachaad White gone and Bucky Irving projected for 61% of touches, Gainwell has standalone appeal and RB2 upside if his role grows.

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