Cedric Benson: 3 Possible Pick-Ups to Use During Bengals' RB's Suspension

The news came down Friday that Cincinnati Bengals running back Cedric Benson would be suspended for three games for two separate assault cases that took place during the lockout.

Although Benson is expected to appeal the three-game ban, you may want to start looking into replacements to use during Benson's hiatus.

Here are three replacements that could help out Benson's fantasy owners while he serves his suspension.

Ronnie Brown

Ronnie Brown has yet to see the action he was expecting to see, playing behind Philadelphia Eagles star running back LeSean McCoy, but his work load should pick up as the season progresses.

The longer Benson's appeal against his suspension takes the better, as the Eagles should cut down on the amount of carries McCoy has further on in the schedule, giving Brown ample opportunity to rack up some meaningful fantasy points.

Deji Karim

Taking over the backup spot behind Detroit Lions starting running back Jahvid Best, Deji Karim's production will be something to watch with the progression of the season.

Karim already has 97 total yards on the season, and is a dual-threat as his yardage is split just about evenly between rushing and receiving yards this year.

The second-year player is a little under the radar, but should emerge from the shadows as he gets more and more playing time this season.

Tashard Choice

With the Dallas Cowboys' Felix Jones nursing a dislocated shoulder, Tashard Choice should see significantly more playing time, and could keep that rolling through the rest of the season, as the Cowboys need to up their running game, to give Tony Romo help on the offensive end.

Choice could end up being one of the breakout fantasy players this year if he takes full advantage of the situation he and Jones are in.