Kenneth Gainwell is an American football running back and kickoff returner for the Philadelphia Eagles as of the 2024 NFL season. The Eagles selected him with the 150th overall pick in the fifth round of the 2021 NFL draft. He subsequently signed a 4-year rookie contract valued at $3.81 million with the team.
Before entering the NFL, Gainwell played collegiate football at the University of Memphis from 2018 to 2020. Throughout his collegiate career with the Memphis Tigers, he appeared in 18 games, starting 14 of them (as per the official website of the university). He amassed 2,212 all-purpose yards, with 235 carries for 1,550 yards and 14 touchdowns. Additionally, he made 57 receptions for 662 yards and three touchdowns. In 2019, Gainwell earned First-team All-AAC honors and was named the AAC Rookie of the Year. During his high school years, he was a three-year starter at quarterback for Yazoo County High School.
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What is Kenneth Gainwell’s 40 time?
According to Draft Scout, Gainwell completed the 40-yard dash in 4.47 seconds and the 20-yard split in 2.57 seconds at his 2021 Pro Day. He also participated in several other on-field drills, recording a vertical leap of 35 inches and a broad jump of 10 feet 1 inch.
| Test Type | Test Result |
| 20-Yard Split | 2.57 seconds |
| Vertical Jump | 35 inches |
| Broad Jump | 10 ft 1 in |
| 20-yard shuttle | 4.46 seconds |
Kenneth Gainwell’s Physical Attributes
| Age | 25 years (as of January 2025) |
| Weight | 200 lb (91 kg) |
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) |
Kenneth Gainwell’s Height
Gainwell’s height is 5 feet 9 inches or 1.75 meters.
Kenneth Gainwell’s Weight
According to the Philadelphia Eagles website, Gainwell weighs approximately 200 pounds or 91 kg.
Kenneth Gainwell’s Age
Born on March 14, 1999, in Vicksburg, Mississippi, Gainwell is 25 years old, as of January 2025.
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FAQ's On Kenneth Gainwell
A. Kenneth Gainwell attended the University of Memphis from 2018 to 2020.
A. Kenneth Gainwell wears jersey number 14, representing the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFL.
A. Kenneth Gainwell’s parents are Curtis and Monica Gainwell.
A. Kenneth Gainwell plays both as a running back and kickoff returner for the Philadelphia Eagles.
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