Kenny Gainwell limited to one target in Week 2 matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 12:36 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Kenny Gainwell recorded only one target in the Week 2 game, which saw 60 total points scored. This performance highlights Gainwell's role behind Bucky Irving, who had a more active game with seven catches on seven targets. Despite being drafted with expectations of significant involvement, Gainwell's output indicates he may be more suited as a depth option rather than a starter. As the team prepares for their upcoming matchup against Cleveland, there is uncertainty surrounding Gainwell's fantasy viability moving forward.
- •Gainwell ranks 36th among running backs in PFN’s Week 2 rankings.
- •Bucky Irving had seven receptions, showcasing a larger role in the offense.
- •Gainwell's future value hinges on potential adjustments within the backfield.
- •He was targeted only once in a high-scoring game.
- •Expectations for Gainwell as a starting option have not materialized.
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"Gainwell saw one target in a game that produced 60 total points, which tells you plenty about his standing behind Bucky Irving with Cleveland up next. He lands 36th among running backs in PFN’s Week 2 rankings.
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