Kenneth Gainwell Leads Steelers to Victory Over Vikings in Dublin

Kenneth Gainwell stepped up as the Pittsburgh Steelers' lead running back in their Week 4 victory over the Minnesota Vikings in Dublin, following Jaylen Warren's unexpected inactivity due to a knee injury. Gainwell rushed 19 times for 99 yards and two touchdowns, also contributing six receptions for 35 yards, demonstrating his capability as a versatile and reliable back. Initially expected to play a secondary role, Gainwell's agility, field awareness, and pass-catching ability made him the Steelers' key ground game contributor, especially as other backs like Kaleb Johnson and Trey Sermon saw limited snaps. His performance has earned him recognition as a viable fantasy football RB3 or Flex play, with the Steelers now 3-1 partly due to his effectiveness. Despite the increased workload, Gainwell might share duties in a committee approach to maintain freshness, but his readiness and skill were crucial in a game where the Steelers needed a strong running attack. This opportunity could be temporary, as Warren is expected to return after the Week 5 bye, but Gainwell proved he can handle lead-back responsibilities if called upon again.