Trey Benson fantasy football news and podcast insights

NegativeNewsAug 30, 2026Zain Dhanani

A few names if the Cowboys go after RBs that have a connection to the current staff: Michael Carter Austin Ekeler Kendre Miller Deejay Dallas James Conner (injury) Trey Benson (injury)

Benson was injured before the Cardinals waived the former Round 3 pick, removing him from Arizona's backfield picture.

NegativeInjuryAug 30, 2026Footballguys

Trey Benson was the first player cut by the Arizona Cardinals in the 2024 training camp roster reduction from 90 to 53 players, earning the distinction of being struck by 'The Turk' first this year.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

PositiveUsageAug 27, 2026Establish The Run

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Josh Jacobs case sounds horrible. In terms of (meaningless) football, a few thoughts: 1. Jacobs is 28 years old, dealt with a PCL issue last season, has 2109 NFL touches on his tires 2. Marshawn Lloyd has incredibly been fully healthy for the entire offseason program -- OTAs, minicamp, training camp 3. If Jacobs does get suspended and Lloyd performs well, I'd bet against Jacobs regaining true workhorse role 4. Lloyd never had more than 129 touches in a college season, and been available for o...

PositiveUsageAug 27, 2026Adam Levitan

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Josh Jacobs case sounds horrible. In terms of (meaningless) football, a few thoughts: 1. Jacobs is 28 years old, dealt with a PCL issue last season, has 2109 NFL touches on his tires 2. Marshawn Lloyd has incredibly been fully healthy for the entire offseason program -- OTAs, minicamp, training camp 3. If Jacobs does get suspended and Lloyd performs well, I'd bet against Jacobs regaining true workhorse role 4. Lloyd never had more than 129 touches in a college season, and been available for o...

The Cardinals released Benson with a waiver/injury designation after just two seasons despite him being a third-round pick in 2024. The team has eight running backs in camp competing for roster spots, with Jeremiyah Love (third overall pick), Tyler Allgeier (signed from Atlanta), Bam Knight, Corey Kiner, James Conner, Evan Hull, and others showing more promise in preseason games. Benson did not play in any preseason games, eliminating any trade interest and making him expendable in a crowded backfield.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Benson suffered a significant meniscus injury in Week 4 last year that required surgery, with recovery lingering into training camp; he experienced a flare-up with his left knee during training camp that kept him out of practices and preseason games. His injury history also includes an ankle injury as a rookie (missed final two games) and a torn ACL in college (missed entire 2020 season), establishing a pattern of injury proneness that the Cardinals coaching staff deemed too risky to continue investing in.

NegativeInjuryAug 27, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Despite being a talented back and third-round pick, Benson's injury-prone profile and lack of trade market value led the Cardinals to release him; the source argues that his pattern of injuries (meniscus, ankle, ACL) suggests he is likely to continue missing time on IR rather than reaching 1,000 yards in a season. As a rookie, he finished with only 291 yards and one TD on 63 carries plus 59 receiving yards on six catches.

NegativeBustAug 27, 2026Revenge of the Birds

Released by the Cardinals with waiver/injury designation after recurring injury issues; third-round pick from 2024 suffered a significant meniscus injury in Week 4 last year that required surgery and lingered into training camp, with a flare-up of his left knee keeping him out of all preseason games and practices. History of injury concerns includes a torn ACL in college (2020) and an ankle injury as a rookie that caused him to miss the final two games.

NegativeInjuryAug 27, 2026Revenge of the Birds

Evan Silva describes Trey Benson as an 'alley-oop slam' pick and a high-upside running back target for the roster.

PositiveBreakoutAug 27, 2026Mattek Fantasy Football

Benson's early career trajectory is viewed as disappointing, with the source noting that the median expectation for his type of start is being cut to keep an injured veteran like James Conner.

NegativeRoleAug 27, 2026Legendary Upside

Cardinals cut Benson, eliminating him from the backfield picture. One comment referenced "This used to be Trey Benson's music" (23 points), sarcastically noting his opportunity is gone.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 26, 2026Reddit /r/fantasyfootball

PositiveNewsAug 25, 2026Jamey Eisenberg

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Running back Trey Benson cleared waivers today and he now reverts back to the Arizona Cardinals injured reserve list. [Retweeted](

Trey Benson was released by the Cardinals after a tenure marked by poor utilization and health issues; the source notes he was buried behind James Conner and struggled to stay on the field.

NegativeBustAug 25, 2026Fantasy Footballers

JJ Zachariason identifies Trey Benson as a potential free agent target for the Packers to bolster their running back depth following his release.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 25, 2026Fantasy Football with Ian Hartitz

Cardinals waived RB Trey Benson, removing him from the roster and eliminating any path to early-season playing time in Arizona.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 25, 2026Revenge of the Birds

The Arizona Cardinals waived Trey Benson with an injury designation; if he clears waivers, he reverts to Arizona's injured reserve. The source recommends the Bengals should at least consider placing a claim on the former third-round pick to address running back depth, noting he would be a great running mate with Chase Brown down the road, though the team does not like to gamble on players with availability issues.

PositiveRoleAug 25, 2026Cincy Jungle

PositiveDepth ChartAug 25, 2026Zain Dhanani

Sean Tucker Kaleb Johnson Trey Benson Maybe James Conner All names that can ruin your favorite handcuff when/if they are released (and are healthy) More names could make this list as well

The Cardinals cut Trey Benson, which JJ Zachariason notes could potentially signal bullish implications for Jeremiah Love's role, though he is cautious about over-interpreting this move.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 25, 2026Flock Fantasy

PositiveNewsAug 25, 2026Zain Dhanani

Your 3 highest need and former location connections for Trey Benson (same for James Conner if they opt to keep 3 RBs): Jonathan Gannon, DC for Packers Drew Petzing, OC for Lions Klayton Adams, OC for Cowboys

PositiveNewsAug 24, 2026Zain Dhanani

History with Klayton Adams for Trey Benson - definitely live ✅

Benson was waived as the Cardinals' deep running back room made him expendable. Arizona selected Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love with the No. 3 pick in April's draft as the presumed lead back, added former Falcons running back Tyler Allgeier as a free agent, and retained James Conner on the roster, leaving no clear path for Benson.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 24, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Benson was placed on the waived/injured list by the Cardinals after two injury-riddled seasons. A knee injury ended his 2026 campaign after Week 4 when he had an opportunity to take over as lead back; he underwent meniscus surgery on his left knee that was initially expected to sideline him 4-6 weeks but he was unable to return late in the season and finished on injured reserve. His left knee had limited him throughout Cardinals training camp, and he will join another roster with lingering issues around his injured left knee.

NegativeInjuryAug 24, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

NegativeDepth ChartAug 24, 2026Jamey Eisenberg

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Cardinals also Waived/Injured running back Trey Benson. [Retweeted](

Cardinals waived running back Trey Benson with an injury designation due to a knee issue; Benson, a third-round pick in the 2024 draft, played only 17 games and totaled 451 yards on 92 carries before being released.

NegativeInjuryAug 24, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Arizona Cardinals waived/injured running back Trey Benson on Monday as part of roster moves ahead of joint practices with Green Bay and the final preseason game.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 24, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Waived/injured by the Arizona Cardinals; running back removed from roster due to injury status.

NegativeInjuryAug 24, 2026Revenge of the Birds

Trey Benson, a former third-round pick, has been waived by the Arizona Cardinals with an injury designation after struggling to stay healthy throughout his two NFL seasons. In his career, Benson accumulated 451 rushing yards and one touchdown on 91 carries, plus 123 receiving yards on 19 receptions, demonstrating limited production before his release.

NegativeInjuryAug 24, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The Arizona Cardinals waived former third-round pick Trey Benson with an injury designation after he struggled to stay healthy throughout his two NFL seasons. In his career, Benson accumulated 451 rushing yards and one touchdown on 91 carries, plus 123 receiving yards on 19 receptions. The source notes that with Jeremiah Love, Tyler Allgeier, and the ongoing uncertainty surrounding Benson's health status, the Cardinals' decision to release him makes sense given the resources they invested this offseason to address running back room issues.

NegativeInjuryAug 24, 2026Revenge of the Birds

NegativeDepth ChartAug 24, 2026SleeperNFL

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The Cardinals have waived RB Trey Benson.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 24, 2026Zain Dhanani

Trey Benson waived - let’s see where he lands

Waived by Cardinals after injury-plagued 2024 season. Went from league-winner hype and high FAAB investment to non-roster player; community consensus is he was never as good as hyped, underperformed vs. DeMercado and Bam Knight in limited action, and injury/management changes derailed any path. Multiple managers report spending 80–100% FAAB or trading valuable assets (Waddle, Smitty, Chase Brown) for him only to see immediate injury or poor performance. Some see waiver as potential blessing if he lands with better offensive line (Cowboys, Packers, Lions, Ravens, Chiefs mentioned), but most view it as confirmation he lacks NFL-level talent.

NegativeBustAug 24, 2026Reddit /r/fantasyfootball

NegativeDepth ChartAug 24, 2026Underdog NFL

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Trey Benson waived by the Cardinals.

PositiveInjuryAug 24, 2026Zain Dhanani

Cardinals RBs Trey Benson & James Conner notes: Roster projection by @joshweinfuss does not have Trey Benson (as expected) - he's missed a lot of time with his knee James Conner listed as potentially being moved but also has not done 11:11

Former third-round pick Benson could carve out a role in Cardinals offense if he stays healthy; however, he is part of a crowded backfield committee with Jeremiah Love, James Conner, and Tyler Allgeier, limiting his fantasy upside.

NegativeRoleAug 24, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Trey Benson, a former third-round pick, could carve out his own role in Arizona's offense if he can somehow stay healthy, adding to the committee approach with Love, Conner, and Allgeier.

PositiveSleeperAug 24, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Davis Mattek suggests that Trey Benson could be a potential trade target for teams looking to acquire him.

NegativeValueAug 24, 2026Davis Mattek

Cardinals RB mentioned as potential cut candidate who could be signed by Raiders. Community notes he 'seems like cut candidate' and has 'nagging knee stuff.' Speculation only; no strong consensus.

PositiveNewsAug 23, 2026Reddit /r/fantasyfootball

PositiveUsageAug 23, 2026Dataroma

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1st 3 touches, but than never comes back on field. Split w/ Gainwell unclear but Irving clearly 1A at worst + Malik Davis > Jaydon Blue this week, throwing a wrench in RB2 projection for Blue. My guess is Blue gets receiving work still, but injury-contingent value could be limited. One to watch next week + Bam Knight rests, Trey Benson almost a certainty to be cut it seems