Arizona Cardinals running backs

Path to more work

The dated board selects him as the preferred replacement behind Tyler Allgeier. That is a projection of the replacement role, not a promise that he gets every touch.

Why the work could go elsewhere

The saved assessment describes a back suited to rushing and passing situations. That broader skill set could help him stay on the field when the starter is absent, though the team can still split the work.

Pass protection has not been established in the saved assessment. Missing information is not evidence that he cannot do it.

Draft investment

2026 · Round 1 · Pick 3

Drafted by ARI; not necessarily his current team.

Early-round investment is part of his prospect pedigree and may support a chance to develop. It does not guarantee the next workload, especially after a team change.

Path to more work

He is the starter in the dated board above. For fantasy purposes, the question is how much of the rushing and passing work he keeps when the whole room is available.

Ahead on the feed’s RB chart: Jeremiyah Love. Their roles and availability shape how much work could open up.

Why the work could go elsewhere

A starter can still lose third downs, short-yardage work or change-of-pace touches to specialists. His role assessment describes the skill set, not a guarantee that every assignment stays with him.

The saved assessment credits his pass protection, which can help a back earn passing-down trust. It does not guarantee a three-down assignment.

Draft investment

2022 · Round 5 · Pick 151

Drafted by ATL; not necessarily his current team.

A later-round selection describes his entry point. It does not rule out a lead role; demonstrated production and a trusted assignment matter more than draft position alone.

Path to more work

His path begins with an opening behind Tyler Allgeier. The dated board currently prefers Jeremiyah Love for the lead replacement role. Being next on a depth chart would not by itself guarantee the carries, third downs and goal-line work.

Ahead on the feed’s RB chart: Jeremiyah Love, Tyler Allgeier. Their roles and availability shape how much work could open up.

Why the work could go elsewhere

A change-of-pace role can create useful touches in a limited package. It does not automatically transfer to the starter’s workload; another back may fit the early-down or short-yardage assignment better.

Pass protection has not been established in the saved assessment. Missing information is not evidence that he cannot do it.

Draft investment

2022 · Undrafted

He entered without draft investment. That says how he arrived, not what he can become; current usage and coaching trust carry more weight now.

Path to more work

His path begins with an opening behind Tyler Allgeier. The dated board currently prefers Jeremiyah Love for the lead replacement role. Being next on a depth chart would not by itself guarantee the carries, third downs and goal-line work.

Ahead on the feed’s RB chart: Jeremiyah Love, Tyler Allgeier, Bam Knight. Their roles and availability shape how much work could open up.

Why the work could go elsewhere

An early-down profile offers a path to carries between the tackles. A receiving or protection specialist could still handle third downs, limiting a full-workload takeover.

The saved assessment credits his pass protection, which can help a back earn passing-down trust. It does not guarantee a three-down assignment.

Draft investment

2017 · Round 3 · Pick 105

Drafted by PIT; not necessarily his current team.

Day-two draft investment adds prospect context. His current role, availability and competition still decide whether he gets the next opportunity.

Path to more work

Benson has demonstrated explosive rushing and usable receiving production: he averaged 5.5 yards on 29 carries and caught 13 passes in four games in 2025. If healthy and active, that profile supports competition for both rushing and receiving work.

Ahead on the feed’s RB chart: Jeremiyah Love, Tyler Allgeier, Bam Knight, James Conner. Their roles and availability shape how much work could open up.

Why the work could go elsewhere

His 2025 season ended after four games when Arizona placed him on injured reserve with a knee injury. The undated team biography does not establish his September 2026 health or role, so the roster feed's reserve label cannot be translated into a return forecast or projected share.

Pass protection has not been established in the saved assessment. Missing information is not evidence that he cannot do it.

Draft investment

2024 · Round 3 · Pick 66

Drafted by ARI; not necessarily his current team.

Day-two draft investment adds prospect context. His current role, availability and competition still decide whether he gets the next opportunity.

Path to more work

A practice-squad place keeps him available for development and possible elevation. Any offensive work would depend on an active-roster opening and a team decision to use him in the backfield.

Why the work could go elsewhere

The official roster verifies his current reserve placement and basic background but does not establish backfield rank, pass protection, a three-down role or a projected touch share.

Pass protection has not been established in the saved assessment. Missing information is not evidence that he cannot do it.

Draft investment

2023 · Round 5 · Pick 176

Drafted by IND; not necessarily his current team.

A later-round selection describes his entry point. It does not rule out a lead role; demonstrated production and a trusted assignment matter more than draft position alone.