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Kenneth Gainwell (born March 14, 1999) is an American professional football running back and kick returner for the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Memphis Tigers.
Key Information
Early life
[edit]Gainwell grew up in Yazoo City, Mississippi and attended Yazoo County High School. He was a three-year starter at quarterback for the Panthers. As a junior, he passed for 1,184 yards and nine touchdowns and rushed for 1,292 yards and 20 touchdowns. During the summer going into his senior season Gainwell committed to play college football at Memphis over offers from Ole Miss and Tulane.[1] As a senior, he passed for 1,139 yards and 10 touchdowns and ran for 1,834 yards and 32 touchdowns. Gainwell was named Class 3A Mr. Football as he led the Panthers to a 14–1 record and an appearance in the Class 3A state championship game.[2][3][4] Gainwell finished his high school career with 3,682 yards passing and 32 passing touchdowns and 4,730 rushing yards and 75 rushing touchdowns with one kickoff returned for a touchdown.[5]
College career
[edit]Gainwell moved to running back during summer training camp and played in four games as a true freshman before deciding to redshirt the rest of the season. He finished the season with four carries for 91 yards and a touchdown, a 73-yard run, and six receptions for 52 yards.[6]
As a redshirt freshman, Gainwell was named the Tigers' starting running back following the departure of Tony Pollard. He was named the co-American Athletic Conference (AAC) player of the week after rushing for 104 yards and a touchdown and gaining 204 yards and scoring two touchdowns on nine receptions on October 19, 2019, in a 47–17 win over Tulane.[7] He rushed for 1,459 yards with 13 touchdowns on 231 carries and caught 51 passes for 610 yards and three touchdowns and was named the AAC Freshman of the Year and first-team All-AAC.[8][9] He was named a second-team All-American by the Sporting News and the American Football Coaches Association, the National Freshman of the Year by the Football Writers Association of America and won the Shaun Alexander Award.[10][11][12][13]
Gainwell opted out of his final college season six days before the season opener after multiple family members died from COVID-19.[14]
Professional career
[edit]| Height | Weight | Arm length | Hand span | 40-yard dash | 10-yard split | 20-yard split | 20-yard shuttle | Three-cone drill | Vertical jump | Broad jump | Bench press | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 ft 8+3⁄8 in (1.74 m) |
201 lb (91 kg) |
30+5⁄8 in (0.78 m) |
9+7⁄8 in (0.25 m) |
4.44[15] s | 1.62 s | 2.57 s | 4.46 s | 7.26 s | 35.0 in (0.89 m) |
10 ft 1 in (3.07 m) |
21 reps | |
| All values from NFL Combine[16][17] | ||||||||||||
Philadelphia Eagles
[edit]
Gainwell was selected in the fifth round (150th overall) by the Philadelphia Eagles in the 2021 NFL draft.[18] Gainwell was happy to be drafted by Philadelphia, as he grew up an Eagles fan, and his favorite player while growing up, Darren Sproles, works for the team as a consultant. Gainwell also said that he modeled his game after Sproles.[19] He signed his four-year rookie contract with Philadelphia on June 3, 2021.[20] Gainwell found moderate success as a rookie, as he ended the year with 68 carries for 291 yards and five touchdowns, while adding 33 receptions for 253 yards and one touchdown.[21] Gainwell appeared in 16 games as a rookie, as he was a healthy scratch for the Eagles' week 11 showdown with the New Orleans Saints.[22]
In the 2022 season, Gainwell had 53 carries for 240 rushing yards and four rushing touchdowns to go along with 23 receptions for 169 receiving yards.[23] In the team's 38–7 Divisional Round victory over the New York Giants, he had 10 carries for a career high 112 yards and a touchdown, as well as one reception for nine yards.[24] This performance made him just the sixth Eagles player to rush for at least 100 yards in a postseason game.[25] Gainwell helped the Eagles reach Super Bowl LVII where they lost 38–35 to the Kansas City Chiefs. In the Super Bowl, Gainwell had seven carries for 21 rushing yards and four receptions for 20 receiving yards.[26]
Gainwell got off to a slow start during the 2023 season. During a Week 9 game against the Washington Commanders in which he lost a fumble, Gainwell received criticism for responding to a fan's critical Instagram post at halftime. In the 2023 season, he had 84 carries for 364 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns to go with 30 receptions for 183 receiving yards.[27] In the 2024 season, Gainwell had 75 carries for 290 rushing yards and one rushing touchdown to go with 16 receptions for 116 receiving yards to go with some kick return duties.[28] In Super Bowl LIX, he had six carries for ten yards in the 40–22 win over the Chiefs.[29]
Pittsburgh Steelers
[edit]
On March 13, 2025, Gainwell signed a one-year contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers.[30] On September 2, he was named the team's backup running back behind Jaylen Warren and the team's kick return specialist.[31]
Gainwell made his Steelers debut on September 7, recording seven rushes for 19 yards. His longest rush of the game was nine yards, which led the team. Gainwell also made three catches for four yards as the Steelers won 34–32.[32]
NFL career statistics
[edit]| Legend | |
|---|---|
| Won the Super Bowl | |
| Bold | Career high |
Regular season
[edit]| Year | Team | Games | Rushing | Receiving | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GP | GS | Att | Yds | Avg | Lng | TD | Tgt | Rec | Yds | Avg | Lng | TD | ||
| 2021 | PHI | 16 | 1 | 68 | 291 | 4.3 | 18 | 5 | 50 | 33 | 253 | 7.7 | 19 | 1 |
| 2022 | PHI | 17 | 0 | 53 | 240 | 4.5 | 13 | 4 | 29 | 23 | 169 | 7.3 | 20 | 0 |
| 2023 | PHI | 16 | 2 | 84 | 364 | 4.3 | 32 | 2 | 37 | 30 | 183 | 6.1 | 19 | 0 |
| 2024 | PHI | 17 | 1 | 75 | 290 | 3.9 | 20 | 1 | 22 | 16 | 116 | 7.3 | 16 | 0 |
| 2025 | PIT | 17 | 2 | 114 | 537 | 4.7 | 55 | 5 | 85 | 73 | 486 | 6.7 | 45 | 3 |
| Career | 83 | 6 | 394 | 1,722 | 4.4 | 55 | 17 | 223 | 175 | 1,207 | 6.9 | 45 | 4 | |
Postseason
[edit]| Year | Team | Games | Rushing | Receiving | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GP | GS | Att | Yds | Avg | Lng | TD | Tgt | Rec | Yds | Avg | Lng | TD | ||
| 2021 | PHI | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 6.0 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 5 | 49 | 9.8 | 20 | 1 |
| 2022 | PHI | 3 | 0 | 33 | 181 | 5.5 | 35 | 1 | 9 | 7 | 55 | 7.9 | 17 | 0 |
| 2023 | PHI | 1 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0.8 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 10 | 5.0 | 9 | 0 |
| 2024 | PHI | 4 | 0 | 13 | 42 | 3.2 | 10 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 10 | 8.7 | 10 | 0 |
| Career | 9 | 0 | 51 | 232 | 25.8 | 35 | 1 | 19 | 17 | 140 | 8.2 | 20 | 1 | |
Personal life
[edit]Gainwell's younger brother, Kory, played defensive back and running back at Yazoo County and is committed to play at Memphis.[33] Gainwell is the cousin of former Eagles player Fletcher Cox, who was his teammate for 3 seasons.[34]
References
[edit]- ^ Claxton, Ben (June 28, 2017). "Yazoo County QB Kenny Gainwell Commits To Memphis". DeltaDailyNews.com. Archived from the original on May 3, 2021. Retrieved March 20, 2020.
- ^ Jordan, Jonah (October 17, 2019). "Older brother helps Kory Gainwell tackle recruiting process". The Daily Memphian. Archived from the original on March 20, 2020. Retrieved March 20, 2020.
- ^ Turner, Ethan (November 18, 2017). "Yazoo County's Gainwell steps up". Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal. Retrieved March 20, 2020.
- ^ "2017 Class 3A Mr. Football: Kenneth Gainwell". MissHSAA.com. Mississippi High School Activities Association. December 15, 2017. Retrieved March 20, 2020.
- ^ Jordan, Jonah (September 26, 2019). "Gainwell relishes lead running back role as Tigers face Navy". The Daily Memphian. Retrieved March 20, 2020.
- ^ Vannini, Chris (June 13, 2019). "State of the Program: Memphis is the team to beat in the AAC West, and it has its sights set higher". The Athletic. Retrieved March 20, 2020.
- ^ Greer, Jarvis (October 22, 2019). "Tigers' Gainwell earns top weekly honor in AAC". WMCActionNews5.com. Retrieved March 20, 2020.
- ^ Fowler, Christian (January 14, 2020). "Gainwell has fifth best odds to win Heisman Trophy in 2020". 247Sports.com. Retrieved March 20, 2020.
- ^ Barnes, Evan (December 4, 2019). "Memphis' Antonio Gibson, Kenneth Gainwell among Tigers honored in 2019 All-AAC awards". The Commercial Appeal. Retrieved March 20, 2020.
- ^ "Memphis Tigers running back Kenneth Gainwell named freshman player of the year". LocalMemphis.com. January 13, 2020. Retrieved March 20, 2020.
- ^ Greer, Jarvis (December 18, 2019). "Tigers running back, Kenny Gainwell, earns All-American status". WMCActionNews5.com. Retrieved March 20, 2020.
- ^ Barnes, Evan (December 17, 2019). "Memphis freshman Kenneth Gainwell earns second-team All-American honors from Sporting News, AFCA". The Commercial Appeal. Retrieved March 20, 2020.
- ^ "The Shaun Alexander Award". Shaun Alexander Enterprises. Retrieved December 5, 2025.
- ^ Walker, Teresa M. (April 20, 2021). "Memphis running back ready for NFL draft after opting out". AP NEWS. Retrieved May 15, 2021.
- ^ "2021 NFL Draft Listing". Pro Football Reference. Retrieved February 20, 2023.
- ^ "Kenneth Gainwell Draft and Combine Prospect Profile". NFL.com. Retrieved June 4, 2021.
- ^ "Kenneth Gainwell, Memphis, RB, 2021 NFL Draft Scout, NCAA College Football". draftscout.com. Retrieved June 4, 2021.
- ^ McPherson, Chris (May 1, 2021). "Eagles draft RB Kenneth Gainwell". PhiladelphiaEagles.com. Retrieved February 20, 2023.
- ^ Erby, Glenn (May 6, 2021). "Philadelphia Eagles' rookie RB Kenneth Gainwell says he's a 'rare breed'". Eagles Wire. Retrieved February 20, 2023.
- ^ Levine, Ben (June 3, 2021). "Eagles Sign Three More Draft Picks". Pro Football Rumors. Retrieved February 20, 2023.
- ^ "Kenneth Gainwell 2021 Game Log". Pro Football Reference. Retrieved January 23, 2022.
- ^ Erby, Glenn (November 21, 2021). "Eagles vs. Saints inactives: Kenneth Gainwell a healthy scratch with Miles Sanders returning". Eagles Wire. Retrieved January 23, 2022.
- ^ "Kenneth Gainwell 2022 Game Log". Pro Football Reference. Retrieved February 20, 2023.
- ^ "Divisional Round – New York Giants at Philadelphia Eagles – January 21st, 2023". Pro Football Reference. Retrieved February 20, 2023.
- ^ Kerr, Jeff (January 22, 2023). "Kenny Gainwell unlikeliest of heroes as third-down RB etches himself into Eagles playoff lore". CBSSports.com. Retrieved January 22, 2023.
- ^ "Super Bowl LVII – Philadelphia Eagles vs. Kansas City Chiefs – February 12th, 2023". Pro Football Reference. Retrieved February 20, 2023.
- ^ "Kenneth Gainwell 2023 Game Log". Pro Football Reference. Retrieved September 7, 2024.
- ^ "Kenneth Gainwell 2024 Game Log". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved February 11, 2025.
- ^ "Super Bowl LIX - Kansas City Chiefs at Philadelphia Eagles - February 9th, 2025". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved February 11, 2025.
- ^ Varley, Teresa (March 13, 2025). "Gainwell signed to one-year contract". Pittsburgh Steelers. Retrieved June 12, 2025.
- ^ "Pittsburgh Steelers 2025 NFL Depth Chart". ESPN. September 8, 2025. Retrieved September 8, 2025.
- ^ "Steelers 34-32 Jets (Sep 7, 2025) Box Score". ESPN. September 7, 2025. Retrieved September 7, 2025.
- ^ Cook, Joe (January 28, 2020). "Yazoo County's Kory Gainwell commits to Memphis". WAPT.com. Retrieved March 20, 2020.
- ^ Kerr, Jeff (May 1, 2021). "Eagles select Kenneth Gainwell: Three things to know about Philly's fifth-round pick". CBS Sports. Retrieved May 1, 2021.
External links
[edit]- Career statistics from NFL.com · ESPN · Yahoo Sports · Pro Football Reference
- Pittsburgh Steelers profile
- Memphis Tigers profile
Kenneth Gainwell
View on GrokipediaEarly life
Family and childhood
Kenneth Gainwell was born on March 14, 1999, in Yazoo City, Mississippi. He grew up in Yazoo County, where his family has deep roots, and was raised by his parents, Monica Gainwell and Curtis Gainwell Sr. The Gainwells emphasized close-knit family bonds, with Gainwell sharing his childhood home with his older brother, Curtis Jr., and younger brother, Kory, fostering a supportive environment centered on perseverance and mutual encouragement.[2][12][13] Gainwell's early years were marked by significant family challenges that shaped his resilience. In 2013, when Gainwell was 14, his older brother Curtis Jr. suffered a pediatric stroke, requiring him to relearn how to walk and talk; this ordeal profoundly influenced Gainwell, who drew inspiration from his brother's recovery and determination during their shared upbringing in rural Mississippi. The family dynamics highlighted themes of adaptation and strength, as the brothers often spent time together outdoors, navigating the close community of Yazoo County while coping with such personal hardships.[14][15] Gainwell's initial exposure to football came through familial and local influences in Yazoo County, where he and his brothers played informally in their backyard, building foundational skills amid the region's strong community ties to the sport. His cousin, Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Fletcher Cox, also from the area, exemplified the family's athletic heritage, indirectly motivating Gainwell's early interest without formal training at that stage. These experiences laid the groundwork for his later development, emphasizing teamwork and discipline learned at home.[16]High school career
Kenneth Gainwell attended Yazoo County High School in Yazoo City, Mississippi, where he excelled as a dual-threat quarterback for the Panthers football team.[17] Over four varsity seasons, Gainwell amassed 4,730 rushing yards and 75 rushing touchdowns as a running back and quarterback, while also throwing for 3,682 passing yards and 32 passing touchdowns, contributing to a career total of 8,412 all-purpose yards and 108 touchdowns—including one kickoff return score.[18][17] His versatility was evident in 24 games where he surpassed 200 all-purpose yards, often carrying the offense through both passing and rushing.[17] Gainwell earned All-League recognition and was named Mississippi's Class 3A Mr. Football in 2017 following his senior season, in which he led the Panthers to a school-record 14-1 finish and an appearance in the MHSAA Class 3A state championship game.[19][20] Under his leadership, Yazoo County made four straight state playoff berths, marking a period of sustained team success.[17][20] As a three-star recruit rated by 247Sports, Gainwell drew interest from multiple programs, receiving his first scholarship offer from Memphis and ultimately committing to the Tigers ahead of offers from Ole Miss and Tulane.[21][22]College career
University of Memphis
Kenneth Gainwell enrolled at the University of Memphis in 2018, where he played as a running back for the Tigers football team. During his true freshman season in 2018, Gainwell saw limited action due to a Lisfranc foot injury that ultimately led to him redshirting the year. He appeared in four games, recording 91 rushing yards on just four carries with one touchdown, while also contributing six receptions for 52 yards through the air.[5][23] As a redshirt freshman in 2019, Gainwell experienced a breakout campaign, stepping into the starting role after an injury to the previous lead back and becoming a focal point of the Tigers' high-powered offense. He rushed for 1,459 yards on 231 carries, averaging 6.3 yards per attempt, and scored 13 rushing touchdowns, while adding 51 receptions for 610 yards and three receiving scores—totaling 16 touchdowns from scrimmage. His versatility was highlighted by multiple 100-yard rushing games, including six consecutive, a school record for a freshman, and he became the first Memphis player to achieve a 100-yard rushing and receiving performance in the same game against Tulane. For his efforts, Gainwell earned AAC Rookie of the Year honors, unanimous First-team All-AAC selection, FWAA Freshman All-American recognition, and the FWAA National Freshman of the Year award, marking the first time a Tiger received the latter distinction.[5][24][25] Through the end of the 2019 season, Gainwell had accumulated 1,550 rushing yards and 14 rushing touchdowns on 235 carries, along with 57 receptions for 662 yards and three receiving touchdowns, demonstrating his dual-threat capabilities as a back. His emergence was instrumental in the Tigers' 12-2 record, AAC Championship victory, and appearance in the Cotton Bowl Classic, where the team fell to Penn State. Gainwell's production helped solidify Memphis as one of the top Group of Five programs, with the offense ranking among the nation's best in total yards and scoring.[5]| Season | Games | Rushing Att | Rushing Yds | Rushing Avg | Rushing TD | Rec | Rec Yds | Rec Avg | Rec TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 4 | 4 | 91 | 22.8 | 1 | 6 | 52 | 8.7 | 0 |
| 2019 | 14 | 231 | 1,459 | 6.3 | 13 | 51 | 610 | 12.0 | 3 |
| Total | 18 | 235 | 1,550 | 6.6 | 14 | 57 | 662 | 11.6 | 3 |
2020 opt-out
On August 31, 2020, Kenneth Gainwell announced via an open letter on Twitter that he would opt out of the 2020 college football season at the University of Memphis, citing health risks associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.[26] In the statement, he described it as "the toughest decision of my life," expressing his deep love for the game while emphasizing the need to prioritize his well-being amid the ongoing crisis.[18] Gainwell noted that he had consulted with his family and coaches before making the choice, underscoring his commitment to safeguarding his health over continuing to play.[18] The decision was profoundly shaped by a series of personal tragedies, as Gainwell lost four family members to COVID-19 earlier that year, including his uncle.[27] At the time of the announcement, three relatives had already passed, with a fourth dying shortly thereafter, which his father confirmed as a major factor in the opt-out.[28] Gainwell later reflected on the emotional weight of these losses, describing the period as one of immense hardship that necessitated stepping away from football to provide support to his grieving family during the pandemic.[29] The opt-out also allowed Gainwell to preserve his remaining eligibility, as he had redshirted his freshman year in 2018 after appearing in four games due to injury, positioning him as a redshirt sophomore entering 2020.[30] Rather than return for what would have been his senior year in 2021, he shifted focus to professional preparation, stating in his announcement, "I will be focusing on my health and preparing for the 2021 NFL Draft."[18] This move aligned with his public emphasis on valuing family and personal safety above athletic pursuits, a sentiment echoed by his father in interviews.[28]Professional career
Philadelphia Eagles
Gainwell was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the fifth round (150th overall) of the 2021 NFL Draft out of the University of Memphis.[2] As a rookie under head coach Nick Sirianni, he quickly carved out a niche as the team's third-down running back and kick returner, appearing in 16 games with limited starting opportunities. In that 2021 season, Gainwell rushed 68 times for 291 yards and 5 touchdowns, averaging 4.3 yards per carry, while adding 33 receptions for 253 yards and 1 receiving touchdown as a pass-catching option out of the backfield.[2] His versatility proved valuable in situational roles, helping to complement the primary backfield duo of Jalen Hurts and Miles Sanders. Over the 2022 and 2023 seasons, Gainwell's usage increased significantly as he evolved into a reliable RB2, contributing to the Eagles' competitive campaigns, including their run to Super Bowl LVII after the 2022 regular season. In 2022, he played all 17 games, rushing 53 times for 240 yards and 4 touchdowns (4.5 yards per carry), with 23 receptions for 169 yards. The following year, amid a backfield reshaped by the addition of D'Andre Swift, Gainwell appeared in 16 games (2 starts), posting 84 carries for 364 rushing yards and 2 touchdowns, alongside 30 catches for 183 yards.[2] His playoff contributions during the 2022 postseason were particularly notable, including 14 carries for 48 yards and 2 receptions for 26 yards in the NFC Championship win over the San Francisco 49ers and 7 carries for 21 yards with 4 receptions for 20 yards in the Super Bowl loss to the [Kansas City Chiefs](/page/Kansas_City Chiefs).[31] Overall in the 2022 playoffs, he had 33 carries for 181 yards and 1 touchdown, plus 7 receptions for 55 yards. These performances underscored his utility in both run and pass games, with Gainwell often deployed in third-down and short-yardage situations to exploit mismatches. Entering the 2024 season on the final year of his four-year rookie contract worth $3.82 million, Gainwell maintained a multi-faceted role within Sirianni's offense, blending rushing, receiving, and special teams duties across 17 games. He recorded 75 carries for 290 yards and 1 touchdown, while catching 16 passes for 116 yards.[2] [10] Highlights included a 19-yard rushing gain in a key divisional matchup, demonstrating his burst despite a committee approach that limited individual volume. Throughout his Eagles tenure, Gainwell's development from a draft-day flier to a dependable rotational player highlighted his adaptability, though his snap share hovered around 25-30% to preserve his fresh legs for critical moments.[32]Pittsburgh Steelers
In March 2025, Gainwell signed a one-year contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers worth $1.79 million, including $620,000 in guaranteed money, following his departure from the Philadelphia Eagles as a free agent.[10] [33] Gainwell joined the Steelers as the backup running back behind Jaylen Warren, while also securing the role of primary kick returner on special teams under head coach Mike Tomlin.[34] He adapted quickly to Tomlin's disciplined, run-heavy offensive scheme, leveraging his versatility from prior experience to contribute in multiple phases of the game.[35] Through 10 games of the 2025 season (as of November 15, 2025), Gainwell recorded 52 rushing attempts for 220 yards and three touchdowns, along with 31 receptions for 127 yards, establishing himself as a reliable complementary back despite a shared workload.[2] On special teams, he handled 15 kick returns for 392 yards, averaging 26.1 yards per return.[36] A standout performance came in Week 4 against the Minnesota Vikings in Dublin, Ireland, where Gainwell served as the lead back, rushing 19 times for 99 yards and two touchdowns while catching six passes for 35 yards.[37] [38] In Week 9's 27-20 victory over the Indianapolis Colts, he added four receptions for 35 yards on five targets, though limited to three carries for minus-1 yard on offense.[39] In Week 10, Gainwell had 2 receptions for 4 yards on 3 targets with no rushes in a 25-10 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. These contributions helped the Steelers to a 5-3 record entering Week 10, though they fell to 5-4 following the defeat.[2] [40]NFL career statistics
Regular season
Gainwell's regular season performance in the NFL is summarized in the following year-by-year statistics, drawn from official league records.[8][2]| Year | Team | G | GS | Rush Att | Rush Yds | Rush TD | Lng | Rec Tgt | Rec | Rec Yds | Rec TD | KR | KR Yds | KR TD | Fum |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | PHI | 16 | 0 | 68 | 291 | 0 | 18 | 33 | 19 | 253 | 0 | 14 | 331 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | PHI | 17 | 0 | 53 | 240 | 2 | 22 | 25 | 25 | 194 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | PHI | 16 | 0 | 84 | 364 | 2 | 19 | 35 | 29 | 236 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2024 | PHI | 17 | 4 | 75 | 290 | 1 | 20 | 18 | 12 | 56 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2025 | PIT | 9 | 1 | 52 | 220 | 3 | 18 | 34 | 29 | 123 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Postseason
Gainwell's postseason contributions with the Philadelphia Eagles spanned four seasons, where he appeared in nine games as a rotational running back and special teams player, often providing explosive plays and pass-catching versatility in high-stakes matchups. His role expanded in key moments, such as leading the Eagles in rushing yards during their 2022 NFC Championship run, though his overall usage remained complementary to primary backs like Miles Sanders and D'Andre Swift. Across these appearances, Gainwell demonstrated efficiency, averaging 4.6 yards per carry and contributing in the receiving game, while also handling kick return duties early in his career.[2] The following table summarizes Gainwell's year-by-year postseason statistics:| Year | Team | Games Played | Rushing Att/Yds/TD | Receiving Rec/Yds/TD | Kick Returns Ret/Yds/TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Philadelphia Eagles | 1 | 1/6/0 | 5/49/1 | 3/57/0 |
| 2022 | Philadelphia Eagles | 3 | 33/181/1 | 8/55/0 | 1/11/0 |
| 2023 | Philadelphia Eagles | 1 | 4/3/0 | 2/10/0 | 0/0/0 |
| 2024 | Philadelphia Eagles | 4 | 13/42/0 | 3/26/0 | 4/110/0 |
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