Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has expressed enthusiasm over the acquisition of Kenneth Gainwell, the former Philadelphia Eagles running back, following his impressive performance against Pittsburgh in their recent matchup. Gainwell showcased his versatility by executing critical plays that kept drives alive, which Tomlin noted as pivotal moments in the game.

Over four seasons with the Eagles, Gainwell has become known for his ability to excel in both rushing and receiving, having accumulated 1,185 rushing yards and 721 receiving yards across 66 games. He is expected to serve as a valuable second option behind Jaylen Warren in their backfield.