Yahoo Sports NFL on Kenneth Gainwell

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I'm worried about the role for Gainwell...The hope that they could be weekly flex plays is dwindling. Even if their starters get hurt, we would likely see another back form a committee with them

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Gainwell's role is dwindling; unlikely to be a weekly flex even if starter is injured.

Running back identified as a drop candidate; the source is worried about his role in his offense. The hope that he could be a weekly flex play is dwindling, and even if his starter gets hurt, another back would likely form a committee with him rather than Gainwell taking over.