The Arizona Cardinals will host the Los Angeles Rams in Week 14. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding RB Trey Benson.
Is Trey Benson Playing in Week 14?
Benson (knee) won’t play in Sunday’s game against the Rams and isn’t certain to return this season, Darren Urban of the Cardinals’ official site reports.
We’ll continue to monitor the Cardinals’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Benson in Week 14?
Benson hasn’t played since September, and while I’m reasonably confident that this is his backfield to own when he returns, the fact that they’ve been awfully cautious with working the 23-year-old back into action has me thinking that we are looking at a one-week buffer between when Arizona activates their RB1 and when I’m comfortable starting him.
Especially if that week is this week.
The Rams gave up 164 yards on the ground last week to the Panthers, but this rush defense has been stout for three months (Week 12 against the Bucs: 132 yards and zero touchdowns allowed on 29 attempts as a recent example), and that’s what I prefer to trust over a singular date point.
If Benson returns this week, I think you should watch from a distance, if at all possible.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Benson’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 14
Benson is projected to score 0.0 points in PPR formats. This includes 0.0 receptions for 0.0 yards and 0.0 touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 14 Weather Impact: Rams at Cardinals
Since the Cardinals play in a dome, there is no weather impact for this Week 14 matchup. Temperatures will be a comfortable 72 degrees Fahrenheit with no wind.
