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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Trey Benson vs Zonovan KnightWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Trey Benson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 7.2 PPG to Zonovan Knight's 6.8 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Trey Benson is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Trey Benson and Zonovan Knight are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.4-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#46PPG LEADER

Trey Benson

PPG

7.2

Games

Rush Yds

160

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 14

RBArizona Cardinals#99

Zonovan Knight

PPG

6.8

Games

Rush Yds

269

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

160

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

Trey Benson

Zonovan Knight

Head to Head

7.2 PPG6.8 PPG

4 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 14Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

Trey Benson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #46 at the position). Zonovan Knight: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Trey Benson is producing at 33% of elite pace and Zonovan Knight at 31%. That ranking gap means Trey Benson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Trey Benson vs Zonovan Knight: The Full Breakdown

Trey Benson (7.2 PPG) and Zonovan Knight (6.8 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two running backs are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Trey Benson played 4 games for the Arizona Cardinals; Zonovan Knight suited up 12 times for the Arizona Cardinals.

A 0.4-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

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

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Trey Benson sits Week 14 while Zonovan Knight is off Week 11. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

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: Trey Benson (age 23) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds. Zonovan Knight (age 25) has not yet hit the RB cliff. High dynasty ceiling if volume holds.

Did You Know?

•Trey Benson outscored Zonovan Knight by a projected 7 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Zonovan Knight played 12 games in 2025 compared to Trey Benson's 4. That durability gap means Zonovan Knight contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Trey Benson vs Zonovan Knight: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Trey Benson	Zonovan Knight
PPG (Half-PPR)	7.2	6.8
Games Played	4	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	29	82
Rushing Yards	160	269
Rush Yds/Game	40.0	22.4
Rushing TDs	0	4
Receptions	13	22
Receiving Yards	64	160
Targets	16	31
Total TDs	0	5
Age	23	25
Experience	1 yrs	4 yrs
Bye Week	Week 14	Week 11

Summary

7.2 PPG for Trey Benson versus 6.8 for Zonovan Knight 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 Trey Benson or Zonovan Knight in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Trey Benson has the edge at 7.2 PPG compared to Zonovan Knight's 6.8 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 Trey Benson and Zonovan Knight average in 2025?▾

Trey Benson averaged 7.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 4 games in 2025. Zonovan Knight averaged 6.8 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 0.4 points per game.

When are Trey Benson and Zonovan Knight's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Trey Benson (ARI) has a bye in Week 14, and Zonovan Knight (ARI) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

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

Trey Benson outscored Zonovan Knight by 0.4 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.