The Pittsburgh Steelers (4-1) will visit the Cincinnati Bengals (2-4) in Week 7. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding RB Kenneth Gainwell.
Is Kenneth Gainwell Playing in Week 7?
Gainwell is not on the injury report and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Steelers’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Kenneth Gainwell in Week 7?
Kenneth Gainwell had the massive Week 4 in place of Jaylen Warren, but as expected, he was back in a complementary role coming out of the bye, playing two snaps for every three that the starter handled.
His role has him carrying the rock 4-7 times per game and that’s not enough to garner our interest, but the team-high six receptions against the Browns last weekend is enough to have our attention.
Gainwell has a track record of fluidity in the pass game, and he did rack up nine targets in the first two weeks this season. We know that this offense is designed to hit quickly, and in that vein, this skill set has the potential to hold standalone value when the right game script emerges.
I don’t expect that to be the case against a struggling Bengals team, but Pittsburgh does have games against the Bills, Ravens, and Lions over the final month of the fantasy season.
Gainwell is outside of my top 35 at the position this week, though he is the type of player I’m stashing with the understanding that he could bail me out of a tough spot when it matters most.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Gainwell’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 7
Gainwell is projected to score 10.4 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Gainwell to rush for 33 yards and 0.3 rushing touchdowns, while adding 3 receptions for 20 receiving yards.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 7 Weather Impact: Steelers at Bengals
The forecast for kickoff is 63 degrees Fahrenheit with 5 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
