Arizona Cardinals cut running back Trey Benson, more roster changes anticipated
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 12:03 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
The Arizona Cardinals waived running back Trey Benson on August 24 with an injury designation. Benson is one of only four top-100 picks from the 2024 draft who are not on active rosters, raising concerns about the Cardinals' past draft decisions. Other potential cuts include cornerback Elijah Jones and edge rusher B.J. Ojulari, both from earlier drafts, as the team prepares to finalize its roster by August 30. The Cardinals have struggled with injuries and performance from recent high picks, contributing to possible roster changes.
- •Cardinals waived Trey Benson on August 24.
- •Benson's release highlights struggles of 2024 draft class.
- •Elijah Jones and B.J. Ojulari could also be cut soon.
- •Team aims to finalize 53-man roster by August 30.
- •Recent drafts have yielded few reliable contributors for Cardinals.
- 12:03 PMYahoo Sports — Trey Benson is not the only top pick Arizona Cardinals may cut
"The Arizona Cardinals waived running back Trey Benson on Monday, Aug. 24. It may just be the start of a surge of high-profile releases.
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