Jaylen Warren and Kenneth Gainwell have both produced a quality clip this season. However, the question is who to rely on as the Pittsburgh Steelers prepare to take on the Cincinnati Bengals. The Bengals have a mouthwatering rush defense for both running backs, but a poor pick could cost managers.
With that in mind, here’s a look at running backs and a recommendation.
Is Jaylen Warren a good fantasy pick for Week 7?
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Jaylen Warren started the year as the Pittsburgh Steelers’ RB1, but an injury gave Kenneth Gainwell some time. Gainwell used the time to the best of his ability to try to pick off a few carries when Warren returned. According to Sportskeeda’s Who Should I Start tool, Warren is still in line for a productive day against the Bengals.
Warren is projected to gain 58.4 yards rushing with a 20% chance of scoring a rushing touchdown. He should also have around four catches for 31.4 yards. Overall, the back is worth starting as an RB2 or flex option, but what about Gainwell?
Is Kenneth Gainwell a good fantasy pick for Week 7?
Kenneth Gainwell will face the same Cincinnati Bengals defense that currently ranks 28th against the rush, meaning he should be on the board. However, will he get the ports? According to Sportskeeda’s Who Should I Start tool, he’ll have enough to produce at a starting level on your fantasy team.
Gainwell should win well against the Bengals. Gainwell is projected to rush for 33.1 yards with a 30% touchdown chance. In terms of receptions, the running back should also see work in the form of 2.9 receptions for 20.2 yards.
Should I start Jaylen Warren or Kenneth Gainwell in Week 7 fantasy football?
Ultimately, the question comes down to whether Kenneth Gainwell was successful in taking Jaylen Warren’s job. Warren won more carries than Gainwell in his return against the Cleveland Browns, suggesting he will receive more again.
Sportskeeda’s Who Should I Start tool seems to agree, projecting 14.7 points for Warren and 10.4 points for Gainwell. If you have both, the choice should be Warren.
However, if you only have one of the two on your team, there’s a good chance you’ll need to start them, even if you only have Gainwell.
Edited by Ian Van Roy
