RB Trey Benson goes unclaimed and reverts to Cardinals' injured reserve
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 1:02 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026

The Arizona Cardinals waived running back Trey Benson with an injury designation. Benson went unclaimed off waivers and has reverted to injured reserve. He has not practiced since before the Cardinals' first preseason game and has struggled with knee issues, missing much of the previous season. Typically, players in this situation may receive an injury settlement before being released from injured reserve. Benson was a promising third-round pick out of Florida State in 2024 but played only 17 games, rushing for 451 yards and one touchdown during his tenure.
- •Trey Benson waived by Arizona Cardinals due to injury.
- •No team claimed him off waivers; he reverts to injured reserve.
- •Benson has not practiced since before the preseason began.
- •He missed most of last season due to knee issues.
- •Benson was a third-round pick in 2024 but has struggled to stay healthy.
- 1:02 PMYahoo Sports — RB Trey Benson goes unclaimed, reverts to injured reserve
"The fate of running back Trey Benson has been decided, as no team claimed him off waivers.
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