Gainwell relishes lead running back role as Tigers face Navy
Memphis Tigers running back Kenneth Gainwell (19) sprints past the Southern University defense on his way to his first touchdown in the first half against Southern University at the Liberty Bowl Saturday, Sept. 7 (Patrick Lantrip/Daily Memphian)
Memphis running back Kenneth Gainwell has taken on the rushing load for the Tigers, a role that makes him a key figure in Thursday's game against Navy.
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Jonah Jordan was born and raised in Memphis, graduated from the University of Memphis and has covered the Memphis Tigers for three years. When he's not writing, he enjoys golfing and eating barbecue.
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