Kenneth Gainwell

Pittsburgh Steelers
Running Back #14

Personal

Age	26
Birthdate	March 14, 1999
Height	5'9"
Weight	200 lb

Draft

College	Memphis
Year	2021
Pick	Round: 5, Overall: 150
Team	PHI

Fantasy Value

Player News

Kenneth Gainwell: Kenneth Gainwell Boasting Increased Backfield Role

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Kenneth Gainwell posted another solid fantasy effort in Week 12's loss to the hosting Chicago Bears, making the team's backfield situation less clear than it was a few weeks ago. Gainwell might not have had as much success as a receiver on Sunday as he did in Week 11's win, though he's now logged at least six receptions in back-to-back games and four or more in three of four. The 26-year-old's elevated workload in Pittsburgh's win over Cincinnati two Sundays ago can be explained away by teammate Jaylen Warren's mid-game injury. However, it's notable that Gainwell retained his passing game role with Warren fully healthy, particularly because offensive coordinator Arthur Smith sang the praises of the former earlier in the week. As it stands, both Steelers' RBs may boast a bit of value. However, Gainwell currently plays a more valuable part in PPR leagues. It's a backfield worth monitoring ahead of the fantasy playoffs.

Nov. 24, 2025 11:29 AM EST

Player Stats

YEAR	TM	GM	Rushing					Receiving
YEAR	TM	GM	ATT	YDS	YPC	TD	FUM	REC	TGT	%	YDS	TD	YPC
2021	PHI	16	56	213	3.8	4	1	29	43	67.4	244	1	8.4
2022	PHI	16	48	205	4.3	4	0	22	28	78.6	162	0	7.4
2023	PHI	16	77	302	3.9	2	1	30	36	83.3	183	0	6.1
2024	PHI	16	64	276	4.3	1	0	14	18	77.8	107	0	7.6
2025	PIT	11	71	336	4.7	3	1	42	48	87.5	234	2	5.6