Who Should I Start? Jordan Mason or Trey Benson

Friday, November 28, 4:01 PM

Minnesota Vikings running back Jordan Mason is far down the list of fantasy options with his offense in rough shape as it prepares to take on the Seattle Seahawks in Week 13. The Vikings will be down to their third-string quarterback, undrafted rookie Max Brosmer, who has never made a start in the NFL before. Minnesota will be without left guard Donovan Jackson (ankle), and could also be missing star left tackle Christian Darrisaw (knee, foot). Additionally, Seattle ranks fourth against half-PPR running backs. Mason has two catches in four November games and is averaging 6.4 rushing attempts in Minnesota's past five games, diminishing his fantasy value as Minnesota has preferred Aaron Jones Sr. when both backs have been available. Ranked as RotoBaller's No. 47 running back for Week 13, Mason is a big risk in fantasy lineups this week.

Friday, November 28, 11:56 AM

According to head coach Jonathan Gannon, Arizona Cardinals running back Trey Benson (knee) will miss Sunday's outing with the hosting Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Florida State alum returned to practice last week and worked in a limited capacity as he battles back from a lengthy absence due to a knee injury. Benson would start this week the same; however, he'd be downgraded to a DNP on Thursday, and will now miss his eighth consecutive contest. For what it's worth, Gannon noted that the 23-year-old won't be shut down long-term. With Emari Demercado (ankle) and Bam Knight (knee) also dealing with their own respective injuries, it could be Michael Carter and Jermar Jefferson manning the backfield against the Buccaneers. Jefferson has been active just once for the team and has yet to receive a touch in 2025.