Bucs QB Praises Kenneth Gainwell’s ‘Overwhelming’ Talent
Mayfield has been impressed by Gainwell's versatility, and the running back's background as a receiver helps explain what the Bucs QB1 has seen.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers recently added veteran running back Kenneth Gainwell to their backfield, and Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield has been thoroughly impressed by Gainwell's talent. In comments shared by the Pewter Report, Mayfield described Gainwell's abilities as "overwhelming." Mayfield recently learned that Gainwell previously had wide receiver experience before transitioning to a running back, which likely contributed to his success as a receiver.
During his collegiate career at Memphis, Gainwell caught 41 of 46 targets for 492 yards and three touchdowns in 2019, averaging 12 yards per reception and earning an 88.7 PFF receiving grade. He had also shown his receiving skills the previous year in just six of seven targets for 52 yards, earning an 81.1 PFF receiving grade. Gainwell's versatility as both a running back and a receiver gives the Buccaneers another option in their offense, which could prove useful as the team looks to the future.
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