Who Should I Start? Gus Edwards or Trey Benson

Friday, March 7, 7:32 PM

The Los Angeles Chargers have informed veteran running back Gus Edwards that he will be released in the coming days, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Edwards appeared in just 11 games in 2024, his only season with the Chargers, rushing for 365 yards and four touchdowns on 101 carries. With Edwards now a free-agent, the Chargers could have an entirely revamped backfield in 2025 with J.K. Dobbins also an unrestricted free-agent. There is a good chance the Chargers target a running back in the 2025 NFL draft in what is shaping up as a loaded class at the position. Edwards will now look to latch on with another team as an early-down and short-yardage grinder.

Saturday, November 1, 9:53 PM

According to Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon, running back Trey Benson (knee) has been attending team meetings to "get his mind back on football." The 23-year-old suffered a torn meniscus in the Week 4 loss to the Seattle Seahawks. As a result, he underwent surgery and was placed on the Injured Reserve list. Benson had moved to the No. 1 spot on the depth chart after James Conner (Achilles) was ruled out for the remainder of the 2025 campaign. In four appearances, he ran for 160 yards off 29 carries, adding 13 grabs (16 targets) for 64 yards. It appears he's inching closer toward a return. For now, the 2024 No. 66 overall pick will remain on the IR, with Bam Knight expected to handle the majority of the touches out of the backfield. It's unknown if Benson will reclaim his place atop the depth chart immediately upon his return. With that said, Benson is worth stashing on fantasy rosters, although it may not be wise to start him until it's clear he's ready for a full workload. The Cardinals will face the Dallas Cowboys on Monday night before turning their attention to the Seahawks in Week 10.