ARIZONA’S NEXT WORKHORSE RB?

Trey Benson's rookie year in 2024 saw him stuck behind veteran James Conner, limiting his touches despite his electric talent. Drafted in the third round, Benson entered the league with high expectations, showcasing a rare blend of power, breakaway speed, and impressive tackle-breaking ability that lit up his college tape at Oregon. He consistently demonstrated explosive runs and an underrated receiving upside, but in Arizona, he was largely held in check, often playing second fiddle. There were flashes, absolutely – burst through the line, elusiveness in space – but just when he seemed to be gaining momentum, the touch share would revert, or Conner would return from his latest stint on the injury report. It was a frustrating dance for anyone who knew his true potential.

Now, as we head into 2025, nothing has changed, yet the transition feels almost inevitable. While James Conner provided a reliable presence when healthy, he's a running back entering his age-30 season in a position where the shelf life is notoriously short, and his extensive injury history (missing significant time in 2021, 2022, and 2023) has been a perennial concern for the Cardinals. The team is clearly transitioning to a younger core.

All signs point to Benson taking on a significantly larger role, becoming the thunder to whomever complements him. Cardinals Head Coach Jonathan Gannon recently made it clear:

This isn't just standard offseason fluff; it's a direct indication of increased trust and a clear path to volume for a player who has already proven he can handle NFL carries when given the chance. The Cardinals are building for the future, and Benson is a key part of that foundation. This could be your last chance to get him at a discount.

So, why isn't Trey Benson's dynasty stock already through the roof? The primary reason is simply opportunity cost – he was largely contained behind a capable, but aging and injury-prone, veteran. The market is still pricing him as a high-upside backup or a member of an ambiguous committee, not a future starter. Dynasty managers, with their often short-term memory, are still fixated on his limited 2024 touch count rather than his underlying efficiency and the inevitable shift in workload.

Benson certainly thinks he’ll have a much larger role as well, recently saying:

Looking at his current DLF ADP, he's valued well below his true potential, in the RB35-40 range. In 2024, Benson was highly efficient on his limited touches, averaging a robust 4.6 yards per carry and consistently displaying his ability to break tackles and create big plays. He posted an impressive 3.6 yards after contact per attempt and had a 15% breakaway run rate (runs of 15+ yards), elite marks that scream untapped potential.

James Conner, while productive, is now entering his age-30 season and has missed 10 games over the last three seasons, including multiple stints on the sidelines in 2024 that directly opened the door for Benson to prove his mettle. The Cardinals’ offense, with a healthy and resurgent Kyler Murray orchestrating the attack, and the continued development of generational talent Marvin Harrison Jr, is poised to take a significant step forward. This offensive improvement will lead to more red zone trips, more scoring opportunities, and ultimately, more high-value touches for the lead back. The signal is undeniable: Benson has the talent, the proven efficiency, and the looming volume that screams "breakout," and the market is still sleeping on him.

This is where the casual fantasy manager gets left behind, and DLF subscribers pull ahead. While your league mates are still scrolling through generic rankings, you're tapping into real-time market data.

We plugged Trey Benson into the DLF Trade Finder, and the results are telling. We're seeing trades like:

• 🔄 Trey Benson for a 2025 2.04 rookie pick

• 🔄 Trey Benson for Tyler Allgeier

• 🔄 Trey Benson for rookie TE Mason Taylor

• 🔄 Trey Benson for rookie RB Phil Mafah +2026 2nd

These are absolute steals if Benson hits his ceiling, which is a legitimate starting NFL running back with multi-down capabilities. If he doesn't, the cost of acquisition is low enough that you're not sunk.

The DLF Trade Finder, along with our ADP and Rankings, shows you the actual market, not just analyst projections. It empowers you to see these value discrepancies before they become obvious. You don't have to guess; you have the data.

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