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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Michael Carter vs Trey BensonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Trey Benson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.2 PPG to Michael Carter's 6.3 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Trey Benson is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Trey Benson and Michael Carter are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.9-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

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

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RBArizona Cardinals#51

Michael Carter

PPG

6.3

Games

Rush Yds

333

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

267

Bye

Week 14

RBArizona Cardinals#46PPG LEADER

Trey Benson

PPG

7.2

Games

Rush Yds

160

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 14

The Edge Chart

Michael Carter

Trey Benson

Head to Head

6.3 PPG7.2 PPG

13 GP4 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 14

Fantasy Tiers

Michael Carter: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #51 at the position). Trey Benson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #46 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Michael Carter is producing at 29% of elite pace and Trey Benson at 33%. That ranking gap means Trey Benson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Michael Carter vs Trey Benson: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Michael Carter finished the 2025 season at 6.3 PPG over 13 games with the Arizona Cardinals, while Trey Benson clocked in at 7.2 across 4 appearances for the Arizona Cardinals. A 0.9-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. Michael Carter ran for 333 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.

Both share a Week 14 bye, which matters for roster construction. If you are stacking running backs this deep on your bench, plan your replacement running back early.

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: Michael Carter (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Trey Benson (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Trey Benson outscored Michael Carter by a projected 15 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Michael Carter played 13 games in 2025 compared to Trey Benson's 4. That durability gap means Michael Carter contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Michael Carter caught 33 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.
•Trey Benson is 4 years younger than Michael Carter (23 vs 27), which significantly impacts dynasty league trade value.
•Both players share a Week 14 bye. If you roster both, you will need a replacement at the position that week.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Michael Carter vs Trey Benson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Michael Carter	Trey Benson
PPG (Half-PPR)	6.3	7.2
Games Played	13	4
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	82	29
Rushing Yards	333	160
Rush Yds/Game	25.6	40.0
Rushing TDs	1	0
Receptions	33	13
Receiving Yards	267	64
Targets	45	16
Total TDs	1	0
Age	27	23
Experience	4 yrs	1 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 14

Summary

7.2 PPG for Trey Benson versus 6.3 for Michael Carter in 2025. The baseline favors Trey Benson, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Michael Carter or Trey Benson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Trey Benson has the edge at 7.2 PPG compared to Michael Carter's 6.3 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 Michael Carter and Trey Benson average in 2025?▾

Michael Carter averaged 6.3 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 13 games in 2025. Trey Benson averaged 7.2 PPG over 4 games. That is a difference of 0.9 points per game.

Do Michael Carter and Trey Benson share a bye week?▾

Yes, both Michael Carter 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 Michael Carter or Trey Benson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Trey Benson outscored Michael Carter by 0.9 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.