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Updated from live statsKenny Gainwell or Rico DowdleWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
Kenny Gainwell is a Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back who averaged 4.0 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026. Rico Dowdle is a Carolina Panthers running back who averaged 11.6 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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Detailed Stat Breakdown
| Stat | Kenny Gainwell | Rico Dowdle |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 4.0 | 11.6 |
| Games Played | 6 | 17 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 24 | 197 |
| Rushing Yards | 61 | 1,076 |
| Rush Yds/Game | 10.2 | 63.3 |
| Rushing TDs | 0 | 6 |
| Receptions | 12 | 39 |
| Receiving Yards | 61 | 297 |
| Targets | 17 | 50 |
| Total TDs | 1 | 7 |
| Age | 27 | 28 |
| Experience | 5 yrs | 5 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 10 | Week 5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start Kenny Gainwell or Rico Dowdle in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for Kenny Gainwell and Rico Dowdle is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Kenny Gainwell averaged 4.0 fantasy points per game in 2026 and Rico Dowdle averaged 11.6.
Should I draft Kenny Gainwell or Rico Dowdle in 2026 fantasy football?▾
Kenny Gainwell averaged 4.0 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026, and Rico Dowdle averaged 11.6 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 Kenny Gainwell and Rico Dowdle average in 2026?▾
Kenny Gainwell averaged 4.0 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 6 games in 2026. Rico Dowdle averaged 11.6 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 7.6 points per game.
When are Kenny Gainwell and Rico Dowdle's bye weeks in 2026?▾
Kenny Gainwell (TB) has a bye in Week 10, and Rico Dowdle (CAR) has a bye in Week 5. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.
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