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SI's Albert Breer visited Cardinals training camp this week and says that you might want to temper your expectations for rookie RB Jeremiyah Love's workload.

Arizona showed us what it thinks of RB Jeremiyah Love’s talent by drafting him third overall this spring, to a team with plenty of needs. But coaches aren’t doing anything to anoint him an immediate backfield leader at the start of camp. Free-agent addition Tyler Allgeier reportedly opened with the starters at the team’s first open practice, and OC Nathaniel Hackett mentioned James Conner first when asked broadly about the outlook for his 2026 backfield.

The Cardinals selected RB Jeremiyah Love with the third overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft. He's the first RB selected in the top 5 since Saquon Barkley in 2018. Love dominated as a two-year starter at Notre Dame, averaging 6.9 yards per carry over that span. He also led the FBS with 40 total TDs. The 212-pounder was the clear RB1 in this class. Among the 20 RBs invited to the NFL Combine, Love ranked fourth in 2025 rushing market share (55.9%) and first in yards after contact per attempt (4.5). He ranked second in 2025 in missed tackles forced per attempt (0.28) and third in receiving yards per route run (1.83).

RB Tyler Allgeier signed a two-year, $12.25 million contract with the Cardinals, joining James Conner and Trey Benson. After serving as the backup to Bijan Robinson over the past three seasons, Allgeier will compete for carries in a crowded situation. Conner took a paycut to stay with the Cardinals, so Allgeier could lead the backfield in touches. But this certainly wasn't the ideal signing for Allgeier's fantasy value in 2026.

RB James Conner and the Cardinals have agreed to a revised contract to keep him in Arizona for the 2026 season. "Conner was set to earn $6.39 million in 2026 with a $9.83 million cap hit. To avoid being released for cap savings, Conner's deal was revised," ESPN's Josh Weinfuss writes.

Cardinals RB Trey Benson (knee) will remain on IR, ending his 2025 season. The 23-year-old hasn’t played since Week 4.

Cardinals RB Trey Benson (knee) won't play vs. the Rams this weekend, HC Jonathan Gannon said Friday. Gannon added that he's not sure if Benson will play again this season. Arizona needs to activate him from IR by December 10 in order for him to be eligible to return this year. Benson is worth keeping stashed until that date, but fantasy owners should not be banking on him contributing the rest of the way.

Cardinals RB Trey Benson (knee) did not practice on Wednesday. He was limited last Wednesday before missing the final two practices of the week, so it sure looks like he suffered a setback. Don't bank on Benson playing vs. the Rams this weekend. His absence would again leave Bam Knight as Arizona's lead back, with Michael Carter and potentially Emari Demercado, who was limited on Wednesday, handling passing downs.

Cardinals RB Zonovan Knight (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game vs. the Buccaneers. We're expecting him to play after a limited week of practice but will look for further updates on his status. RBs Trey Benson (knee) and Emari Demercado (ankle) have already been ruled out for Week 13.

Cardinals RB Trey Benson (knee) is out for this weekend's game vs. the Buccaneers. He went from a limited practice on Wednesday to no practice on Thursday, so Benson might have suffered a setback. With RB Emari Demercado (ankle) also likely to miss Week 13, Arizona will again be left with RBs Zonovan Knight and Michael Carter. Knight is the better bet for carries, but Carter figures to handle most of the passing-down work. Neither is a great fantasy option against a stout Tampa Bay run defense.

Cardinals RB Trey Benson (knee) remained limited in Wednesday's practice. He should be nearing a return at this point, but it's still unclear if that'll come vs. the Buccaneers this weekend. RB Emari Demercado (ankle) did not practice on Wednesday.

Cardinals RB Trey Benson (knee) is out for Sunday’s game vs. the Jaguars. He was designated to return from IR and put in three limited practices this week, so Benson should have a chance to play in Week 13. RB Emari Demercado (ankle) has been ruled out for the Jaguars game, leaving Bam Knight and Michael Carter as Arizona’s top two RBs.

Cardinals RB Trey Benson (knee) has been designated to return from IR. That means he'll practice this week, although it's still unclear if Benson will play vs. the Jaguars this weekend. HC Johnathan Gannon said Wednesday that Benson will be evaluated "day by day" this week. We'll keep you updated on his status. Benson should take over as Arizona's lead back once he's cleared to play. RB Emari Demercado (ankle) has been ruled out for Week 12.

Update: Benson was limited in Wednesday's practice.