Trey Benson looks primed for Week 2 as the Arizona Cardinals host the Carolina Panthers. After outgaining starter James Conner on eight carries for 68 yards and playing 33% of snaps in Week 1, Benson’s role is trending upward in a backfield that could lean on explosive runs. The Panthers’ run defense allowed 143 rushing yards to Travis Etienne last week, signaling a favorable matchup for a two-back Arizona attack with Benson providing big-play upside. Startable in standard formats, Benson carries RB2 potential with weekly ceiling in a favorable script.

Expect Benson to contribute again alongside Conner, with a game plan that could tilt toward the ground game if Carolina can’t stack the box. Conner remains a reliable floor, but Benson’s burst adds a weekly upside that could swing lineups in Week 2. In deeper formats or DFS, Benson is a strong leverage option given the matchup and Arizona’s early momentum.

Week 2 DFS spotlight centers on five RB matchups: Gibbs vs Bears, McCaffrey vs Saints, Conner vs Panthers, Hall vs Bills, Williams vs Cowboys. The focus is on game-script independent backs who can reach 15-20 touches regardless, a rarity in today’s NFL.

The Lions look to rebound at home while Chicago’s run defense isn’t as stout as last year. Arizona and San Francisco lean on their respective lead backs, with New York’s duo in a favorable grind. These spots fuel DFS lineups, season-long builds, and prop bets alike.