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Eli Raridon or Kenneth GainwellWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

Eli Raridon is a New England Patriots tight end who averaged 5.8 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026. Kenneth Gainwell is a Pittsburgh Steelers running back who averaged 10.9 fantasy points per game across 17 games in 2026. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.

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TENew England Patriots#29 TE
Eli Raridon
PPG
5.8
Games
6
Rec
12
Rec Yds
168
Rec TDs
2
Targets
16
Bye
Week 11
RBPittsburgh Steelers
Kenneth Gainwell
PPG
10.9
Games
17
Rush Yds
537
Rush TDs
5
Rec
73
Rec Yds
486
Bye
Week 9

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Eli Raridon vs Kenneth Gainwell: 2026 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatEli RaridonKenneth Gainwell
PPG (Half-PPR)5.810.9
Games Played617
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)35185
Rushing Yards0537
Rush Yds/Game0.031.6
Rushing TDs05
Receptions1273
Receiving Yards168486
Targets1685
Total TDs28
Age2227
Experience-4 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 11Week 9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Eli Raridon or Kenneth Gainwell in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for Eli Raridon and Kenneth Gainwell is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Eli Raridon averaged 5.8 fantasy points per game in 2026 and Kenneth Gainwell averaged 10.9.

Should I draft Eli Raridon or Kenneth Gainwell in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Eli Raridon averaged 5.8 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026, and Kenneth Gainwell averaged 10.9 across 17. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.

How many fantasy points did Eli Raridon and Kenneth Gainwell average in 2026?▾

Eli Raridon averaged 5.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 6 games in 2026. Kenneth Gainwell averaged 10.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 5.1 points per game.

When are Eli Raridon and Kenneth Gainwell's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Eli Raridon (NE) has a bye in Week 11, and Kenneth Gainwell (PIT) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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