Keaton Mitchell or Kenneth GainwellWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

Keaton Mitchell is a Los Angeles Chargers running back who averaged 5.2 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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RBLos Angeles Chargers#45 RB

Keaton Mitchell

PPG

5.2

Games

Rush Yds

139

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 7

RBPittsburgh Steelers

Kenneth Gainwell

PPG

10.9

Games

Rush Yds

537

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

486

Bye

Week 9

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Keaton Mitchell vs Kenneth Gainwell: 2026 fantasy football stats in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Keaton Mitchell	Kenneth Gainwell
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.2	10.9
Games Played	6	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	31	185
Rushing Yards	139	537
Rush Yds/Game	23.2	31.6
Rushing TDs	0	5
Receptions	12	73
Receiving Yards	52	486
Targets	15	85
Total TDs	1	8
Age	24	27
Experience	3 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 7	Week 9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Keaton Mitchell or Kenneth Gainwell in fantasy football?▾

The start or sit verdict for Keaton Mitchell 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, Keaton Mitchell averaged 5.2 fantasy points per game in 2026 and Kenneth Gainwell averaged 10.9.

Should I draft Keaton Mitchell or Kenneth Gainwell in 2026 fantasy football?▾

Keaton Mitchell averaged 5.2 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 Keaton Mitchell and Kenneth Gainwell average in 2026?▾

Keaton Mitchell averaged 5.2 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 5.7 points per game.

When are Keaton Mitchell and Kenneth Gainwell's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Keaton Mitchell (LAC) has a bye in Week 7, and Kenneth Gainwell (PIT) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.