Benny Snell Jr.

Detroit Lions
Running Back #26

Benny Snell Jr. News

Benny Snell Waived By The Lions

Detroit Lions running back Benny Snell was released by the team as they pared their roster down to 53 men on Tuesday. The former Kentucky Wildcat spent the last four seasons with the Steelers, where he compiled 982 rushing yards on 275 carries (3.6 YPC) and seven touchdowns, mostly in a backup role. He'll try to latch on with another team or be signed to Detroit's practice squad ahead of the regular season. The Lions will roll with David Montgomery, Jahmyr Gibbs, and fullback Jason Cabinda heading into the season-opener against the Kansas City Chiefs on Thursday, September 7.

Aug 29, 2023 6:48 PM EST

Benny Snell Jr. Rushes For 26 Yards In Preseason Finale

Detroit Lions running back Benny Snell Jr. carried the rock five times and racked up 26 yards in Friday night's 26-17 preseason win over the Carolina Panthers. Snell played much of the second half with the third unit, and his longest gain went for eight yards on the night. The former Pittsburgh Steeler is looking to make a name for himself with the Lions and is currently fighting for a backup roster spot. Barring injury, he isn't worth any fantasy consideration in any leagues at this time.

Aug 26, 2023 8:44 AM EST

Limited to special teams in Week 18

Snell played exclusively on special teams during the Steelers' 28-14 win over the Browns on Sunday.

Jan 9, 2023 12:51 PM EST

Racks up 35 yards from scrimmage

Snell rushed six times for 24 yards while securing his lone target for 11 yards during the Steelers' 19-16 win over Atlanta on Sunday.

Dec 5, 2022 10:12 AM EST

Cleared for Week 13

Snell doesn't have an injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against Atlanta, Chris Halicke of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.

Dec 2, 2022 12:28 PM EST

Dealing with injury

Snell (knee) was listed as a limited participant on the Steelers' injury report Thursday, per Mike DeFabo of The Athletic.

Dec 1, 2022 1:22 PM EST

Scores TD after Harris injury

Snell rushed 12 times for 62 yards and a touchdown in Monday's 24-17 win over the Colts. He also caught his only target for six yards while fellow Steelers running back back Najee Harris (abdomen) didn't finish the game.

Nov 28, 2022 8:39 PM EST

Doesn't play on offense

Snell didn't record any touches during the Steelers' 24-20 loss to the Jets on Sunday.

Oct 3, 2022 8:29 AM EST

Limited to special-teams work again

Snell didn't record any touches during the Steelers' 29-17 loss to the Browns on Thursday.

Sep 23, 2022 8:03 AM EST

Plays exclusively on special teams

Snell didn't record any touches during the Steelers' 17-14 loss to New England on Sunday.

Sep 19, 2022 10:12 AM EST

Operates as clear No. 3 back

Snell didn't record any touches during Sunday's 23-20 overtime win over the Bengals.

Sep 12, 2022 1:55 PM EST

Buried on Week 1 depth chart

Snell is listed as the No. 3 running back on the Steelers' Week 1 depth chart, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Sep 5, 2022 1:15 PM EST

Secures spot on final roster

Snell is on the Steelers' 53-man roster ahead of the 2022 regular season, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Aug 31, 2022 7:51 AM EST

Still competing for roster spot

Snell is still competing for a spot on the Steelers' 53-man roster ahead of Sunday's preseason finale against the Lions, Chris Adamski of TribLive.com reports.

Aug 27, 2022 8:30 AM EST

Reaches end zone against Jaguars

Snell rushed three times for minus-2 yards while securing two of three targets for 15 yards and a touchdown during the Steelers' 16-15 preseason win over the Jaguars on Saturday.

Aug 21, 2022 9:49 PM EST