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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Bam Knight vs Trey BensonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Bam Knight is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 8.2 PPG to Trey Benson's 7.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Bam Knight is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. Bam Knight edges Trey Benson by 1.0 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, Bam Knight goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBArizona Cardinals#37PPG LEADER

Bam Knight

PPG

8.2

Games

Rush Yds

269

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

160

Bye

Week 14

RBArizona Cardinals#46

Trey Benson

PPG

7.2

Games

Rush Yds

160

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Bam Knight

Trey Benson

Head to Head

8.2 PPG7.2 PPG

10 GP4 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Bam Knight: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #37 at the position). Trey Benson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #46 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Bam Knight is producing at 37% of elite pace and Trey Benson at 33%. That ranking gap means Bam Knight carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Bam Knight vs Trey Benson: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Bam Knight finished the 2025 season at 8.2 PPG over 10 games with the Arizona Cardinals, while Trey Benson clocked in at 7.2 across 4 appearances for the Arizona Cardinals. A 1.0-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Bam Knight ran for 269 yards and 4 touchdowns; Trey Benson posted 160 and undefined. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

One thing to note: both players share a Week 14 bye. That means you need a backup plan at running back for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Bam Knight (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Trey Benson (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Bam Knight outscored Trey Benson by a projected 17 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Bam Knight played 10 games in 2025 compared to Trey Benson's 4. That durability gap means Bam Knight contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Both players share a Week 14 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Bam Knight vs Trey Benson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Bam Knight	Trey Benson
PPG (Half-PPR)	8.2	7.2
Games Played	10	4
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	82	29
Rushing Yards	269	160
Rush Yds/Game	26.9	40.0
Rushing TDs	4	0
Receptions	22	13
Receiving Yards	160	64
Targets	31	16
Total TDs	5	0
Age	25	23
Experience	3 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 14

Summary

Based on 2025 production, Bam Knight holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 8.2 points per game. Trey Benson averaged 7.2 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Bam Knight or Trey Benson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Bam Knight has the edge at 8.2 PPG compared to Trey Benson's 7.2 PPG. However, the best start depends on weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status. DraftCall's app provides real-time AI-powered verdicts that factor in all of these variables.

How many fantasy points did Bam Knight and Trey Benson average in 2025?▾

Bam Knight averaged 8.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 10 games in 2025. Trey Benson averaged 7.2 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 1.0 points per game.

Do Bam Knight and Trey Benson share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Bam Knight and Trey Benson share a Week 14 bye in 2026. If you roster both, you will need a fill-in at running back for that week.

Is Bam Knight or Trey Benson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Bam Knight outscored Trey Benson by 1.0 PPG in 2025, which gives him the edge heading into 2026. For a week-by-week verdict, DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality and recent trends in real time.