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Kenneth Gainwell joins Tampa Bay Buccaneers as offensive X-factor

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 8:30 PM

Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Kenneth Gainwell joins Tampa Bay Buccaneers as offensive X-factor

Summary

Kenneth Gainwell has signed a two-year deal with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after a breakout season with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He recorded career-highs in rushing and receiving yards, totaling 537 rushing yards and 486 receiving yards, along with eight touchdowns in 2025. Gainwell's ability as a receiver could address the Buccaneers' rushing offense, which ranked 22nd in the NFL last season. He replaces Rachaad White, who is now with the Washington Commanders. With the new offensive coordinator Zac Robinson, Gainwell's versatility will be crucial as Tampa Bay aims to improve their ground game in 2026.

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Status Watch

•Gainwell posted 537 rushing yards and 486 receiving yards last season.
•He replaces Rachaad White, who signed with the Commanders this offseason.
•Tampa Bay's rushing offense ranked 22nd in the NFL last year.
•Gainwell ranked fourth among running backs with 73 receptions in 2025.
•New offensive coordinator Zac Robinson aims to utilize Gainwell's skills effectively.

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8:30 PMYahoo Sports — Running Back Kenneth Gainwell Could Be The X-Factor For Tampa Bay’s Offense

What they're saying

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Buccaneers running back Kenneth Gainwell is coming off a breakout campaign with the Pittsburgh Steelers last season and could prove to the X-Factor for Tampa Bay.
— Yahoo Sports

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