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Emmett Johnson or Kenneth GainwellWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

Emmett Johnson is a Kansas City Chiefs running back who averaged 3.8 fantasy points per game across 5 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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RBKansas City Chiefs#54 RB
Emmett Johnson
PPG
3.8
Games
5
Rush Yds
62
Rec
7
Rec Yds
92
Bye
Week 5
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

Emmett Johnson vs Kenneth Gainwell: 2026 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
StatEmmett JohnsonKenneth Gainwell
PPG (Half-PPR)3.810.9
Games Played517
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)19185
Rushing Yards62537
Rush Yds/Game12.431.6
Rushing TDs05
Receptions773
Receiving Yards92486
Targets885
Total TDs08
Age2327
Experience-4 yrs
Bye WeekWeek 5Week 9

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Should I start Emmett Johnson or Kenneth Gainwell in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for Emmett Johnson 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, Emmett Johnson averaged 3.8 fantasy points per game in 2026 and Kenneth Gainwell averaged 10.9.

Should I draft Emmett Johnson or Kenneth Gainwell in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Emmett Johnson averaged 3.8 fantasy points per game across 5 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 Emmett Johnson and Kenneth Gainwell average in 2026?▾

Emmett Johnson averaged 3.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 5 games in 2026. Kenneth Gainwell averaged 10.9 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 7.1 points per game.

When are Emmett Johnson and Kenneth Gainwell's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Emmett Johnson (KC) has a bye in Week 5, and Kenneth Gainwell (PIT) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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