Cedric Benson: 5 RBs to Fill the Void Left by Trouble-Making Bengal

With a possible suspension for Cincinnati Bengals running back Cedric Benson, the fantasy football players out there who selected the back are now feeling let down by the troubled star.

The possible suspension will lead to a fantasy situation where Benson will be on your bench and you are looking for a viable replacement.

While the possibilities for a replacement on waivers aren’t great, there are players on other people’s benches that could have a great value through a trade.

Bernard Scott—The first place to look when replacing a fantasy star will be the player that ends up taking his spot on the depth chart.

While Bernard Scott hasn’t carried the workload before, the previous chances he had with the Bengals have resulted in promising averages (4.8 yards per rush).

Daniel Thomas—While Daniel Thomas may not be a stellar pickup right now, the increased workload over Reggie Bush will make him a solid replacement for Benson.

The Dolphins have shown a penchant to run the ball a lot, and with Bush not producing the way they would like, Thomas will get more and more carries.

Willis McGahee—The starting running back for the Denver Broncos was Knowshon Moreno to start the season, but John Fox is growing weary of Moreno’s issues.

With Moreno in the doghouse, expect the majority of the carries, especially around the end zone, to go to veteran Willis McGahee.

James Starks—While the Green Bay Packers claim that Ryan Grant would be the No. 1 running back, they have looked more and more to youngster James Starks.

Starks is a good player in all phases of the game, and you may be able to trade for him or pick him up off waivers for next to nothing.

Darren Sproles—The New Orleans Saints wanted Reggie Bush to be what Darren Sproles has been for the team since he signed with them after leaving the San Diego Chargers.

With Sproles getting an increased workload in the passing and rushing game, he will be worth the small price whoever owns him wants.

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