Kenny Gainwell vs. Austin Ekeler: Who Should You Start in Week 5?

Start Kenny Gainwell. Gainwell is projected for 7.1 PPR points vs 5.1 for Austin Ekeler, and faces the 13th-softest defense against RBs this week.

Updated Oct 10, 7:44 PM ET

Kenny Gainwell vs. Austin Ekeler: Week 5 side by side

Kenny Gainwell
RB · TB
Austin Ekeler
RB · WAS
Projection (Week 5, avg of sources)7.15.1
Floor (lowest source)4.93.8
Ceiling (highest source)8.66.0
StatChasers projection4.9 (RB45)5.8 (RB41)
Opponentvs DALvs NYG
Opponent vs. position13th-softest (21.9 pts/g allowed)16th-toughest (21.1 pts/g allowed)
Recent usage13% carry share (last 4)25% carry share (last 3)
PositionRBRB
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