Chuba Hubbard vs Trey Benson: Who Should You Start?
The gap between Chuba Hubbard and Trey Benson is smaller than most fantasy managers think. Separated by just 0.2 PPG in 2025, this is one of those running back decisions that comes down to context, not name recognition. Chuba Hubbard averaged 7.4 PPG with the Carolina Panthers across 15 games, and Trey Benson posted 7.2 with the Arizona Cardinals in 4.
When two running backs are separated by less than two points per game, the decision shifts to weekly context. Who has the softer defense? Who is trending up over the last month? Which team is projected for more total points? Those are the tiebreakers that actually matter.
Both profile as early-down workhorses. Chuba Hubbard ran for 511 yards and 1 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 11 bye. That means you need a backup plan at running back for that week, especially if one of these two is your starter.
