Trey Benson Injury May Sideline Cardinals RB for Season Remainder
Arizona Cardinals running back Trey Benson faces the possibility of missing the remainder of the NFL season. The team’s deadline to activate him from injured reserve is Wednesday. If he is not activated by then, he will sit out for the rest of the year.
Trey Benson’s Injury Status
Benson has been sidelined since Week 4 due to a knee injury. Following this injury, he was placed on injured reserve. On November 19, he was designated to return from IR, beginning a crucial 21-day window for his return to practice.
Decision Deadline
The Cardinals need to make a decision about Benson’s activation before the Wednesday deadline. Reports from ESPN indicate that there is a significant chance he may not be activated this week.
- Last Practice: Benson was a limited participant during three practices after being designated to return.
- Recent Status: He was limited in practice last Wednesday but has not participated since then.
Coaching Comments
Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon has expressed uncertainty regarding Benson’s status. He noted, “We’ll see. Not quite sure yet,” highlighting the team’s hope for Benson’s continued progress. Gannon emphasized the importance of his readiness before return.
If Benson is not activated, speculation arises about his chances for a comeback next season. With the current outlook, it seems fans may have to wait until 2026 for his potential return to the field.
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