News:Arrelious Benn has signed a one-year contract extension with the Eagles, keeping him with the team through the 2014 season. Benn was candid when discussing his career with the Bucs. "If I'm being honest with you, I don’t like my career," Benn told Philadelphia Magazine. "I've got to stay healthy. I haven't stayed healthy. I've had a problem with injuries. When I was healthy and out there, I made plays. I was consistent. But the big thing for me is to stay healthy. It’s no secret for me, I know that. I’m going to be honest with myself. Just come in here and do what I've got to do."
Analysis: The fresh start should help Benn, who has had plenty of potential but has been mired in injuries (shoulder, head and multiple serious knee problems). After three seasons, Benn has played in just 37 games, with 59 career receptions and 862 yards. In a crowded field of Eagles receivers, Benn has a lot of work to do to make the roster much less make an impact for Fantasy owners.
News: Oft-injured wide receiver Arrelious Benn was traded from the Bucs to the Eagles on Friday. Tampa Bay also sent a 2013 seventh-round pick and received a 2013 sixth-round pick and conditional 2014 pick in exchange from the Eagles.
Analysis: Benn, 24, entered the league in 2010 with high hopes, after the Bucs traded up in the draft to get him. He had a decent rookie year, but was sidelined with a torn ACL and ensuing surgery late in the season. A concussion, shoulder injury, and MCL sprain followed in the next two years, never allowing Benn to get into any kind of groove. After three seasons, Benn has played in just 37 games, with 59 career receptions and 862 yards. In a crowded field of Eagles receivers, Benn will hope to catch on as a kick returner, and hope for a possible shot at the team's fourth receiver.
News: The Tampa Bay Times reports the Buccaneers are shopping receiver Arrelious Benn.
Analysis: Maybe the Bucs can pick up some bandannas and plastic swords for him because no team will give up even a seventh-round pick for the injury-addled receiver. Benn has five touchdowns and 59 catches in 37 games and has suffered shoulder, head and multiple serious knee injuries.
News: The Bucs have placed receiver Arrelious Benn on injured reserve. He hurt his shoulder.
Analysis: Benn has proven to be quite a bust since getting picked with a second-round pick in the 2010 draft. It was the same year the team selected Mike Williams. Benn doesn't belong on any Fantasy rosters.
News: Buccaneers wide receiver Arrelious Benn made some plays in the Week 4 loss at home to the Redskins. Benn rushed once in the game for 5 yards and added three catches for 18 from quarterback Josh Freeman. Freeman targeted Benn four times in the game overall.
Analysis: Benn recorded positive Fantasy points for just the second time in three games this season for the Buccaneers. He is not a recommended Fantasy option going forward. Nobody on the Bucs is a recommended option for Week 5 as the team is on bye. Benn will return Week 6 against the Chiefs.
News: Buccaneers wide receiver Arrelious Benn has been ruled inactive for Week 1 against the Panthers due to a knee injury. Benn was has been sidelined with a knee sprain since the start of training camp and was limited in practice this week.
Analysis: Benn still isn't ready to get on the field, so owners will have to keep an eye on his status moving forward. However, the 24-year-old isn't expected to be much of a Fantasy factor even when healthy this year as the addition of Vincent Jackson really sank Benn farther down the depth chart. Owners should continue to ignore Benn in the majority of formats at this point in the season.
News: According to the Tampa Bay Times, injured Tampa Bay wide receiver Arrelious Benn might be ready to play in the team's Sept. 9 opener against Carolina. Benn has been sidelined with a knee sprain since the start of training camp.
Analysis: With the addition of Vincent Jackson, Benn is already starting the 2012 season further down on the depth chart than he did in 2011, when he was coming back from a torn ACL suffered at the end of the previous season. While it's nice to see the former second-round pick healthy again, he's pretty much a non-factor for Fantasy drafts. He does have talent, though, and it might be worth keeping an eye on Benn during the season, as a couple breakout games could signal that he -- and not Mike Williams -- is the No. 2 receiver for the Bucs.
News: Bucs receiver Arrelious Benn has a right MCL sprain that will sideline him for the next four weeks according to the Tampa Bay Times. The injury happened during Friday's practice.
Analysis: This is the second significant career knee injury for Benn; he tore his left ACL in December of 2010. Benn was a longshot to be a good contributor for Fantasy purposes this season in the first place; you should easily pass on him in drafts now.
News:Pewter Report reports that wide receiver Arrelious Benn worked with the third-team offense during the Bucs' OTAs on Tuesday.
Analysis: Benn has 55 grabs for 836 yards (15.2 avg.) and five touchdowns in 29 games with one torn ACL. Unless this is a ploy to motivate Benn to play well in hopes of contributing as a third receiver, we might be looking at the end of the former Illinois receiver in Tampa Bay. We're not touching Benn in our Fantasy drafts.
News: Buccaneers WR Arrelious Benn only had one catch in Week 16 against the Panthers but it helped him set a new career mark. He caught a 4-yard touchdown pass in the first quarter, giving him a personal-best three scores on the year. Benn was targeted twice by QB Josh Freeman in the 48-16 loss.
Analysis: Benn had missed the previous game due to a concussion but he did not show any signs of it on Saturday. While he is having a career campaign in his second year out of Illinois, his inconsistent play does not make him very valuable in Fantasy. Owners that play in Week 17 should consider Benn a low-end Fantasy WR against the Falcons.
News: After missing the previous game due to a concussion, Buccaneers WR Arrelious Benn has been ruled active for Week 16 against the Panthers.
Analysis: Benn's role in the offense has been limited recently as he has averaged less than two receptions per game in the past three weeks. While he has some big-play ability, continue to ignore the 23-year-old in all but the deepest of Fantasy leagues at this point.
News: Tampa Bay WR Arrelious Benn returned to practice on Tuesday for the first time since suffering a concussion in Week 14 at Jacksonville. Benn was inactive for the Buccaneers' loss to Dallas last Saturday and his playing status for Week 16 is still undetermined.
Analysis: Benn's role in the offense has been limited recently as he has averaged less than two receptions per game in the past three weeks. It's encouraging to see him on the practice field, but Tampa Bay might not send the 23-year-old in another game as a precaution. But even if he does play, he is not considered a viable Fantasy option for the rest of the season.
News: Buccaneers WR Arrelious Benn has officially been ruled inactive for Week 15 against the Cowboys. Benn was unable to practice all week due to a concussion.
Analysis: Benn was not been a huge Fantasy contributor this season and was held to less than two receptions in two of his past three outings. With the 23-year-old dealing with such a serious injury, it's possible he does not return this season. Fantasy owners should continue to ignore him in all formats for the remainder of the season as long as he's dealing with a concussion.
News: Tampa Bay WR Arrelious Benn (concussion) was ruled out for Week 15 against Dallas on Friday missing his third consecutive day of practice. Been suffered a head injury during the third quarter of the Buccaneers' last game against Jacksonville and did not return. Tampa Bay WR Dez Briscoe is likely to start in Benn's place.
Analysis: Benn was not been a huge Fantasy contributor this season and was held to less than two receptions in two of his past three outings. With the 23-year-old dealing with such a serious injury, it's possible he does not return this season. Fantasy owners should continue to ignore him in all formats for the remainder of the season as long as he's dealing with a concussion.
News: Tampa Bay WR Arrelious Benn sustained a head injury during the third quarter of Week 14 at Jacksonville and was ruled out for the remainder of the game. Benn finished with just one reception for seven yards as none of the Buccaneers' receivers topped 40 yards.
Analysis: After busting out for 46 yards last week in a loss to Carolina, Benn was unable to repeat that performance on Sunday. He was held to less than two receptions for the fifth time this season and he continues to experience ups and downs during his second NFL season. Benn has also failed to reach the end zone in seven consecutive games and should not be considered a worthwhile Fantasy option for the remainder of the season.
News: Tampa Bay WR Arrelious Benn got involved in the passing game on Sunday of Week 13 against Carolina. With Josh Johnson throwing the passes for injured starter Josh Freeman, Benn ended up with three receptions for 46 yards in the loss. The Panthers pulled away from the Buccaneers in the second half, and Benn didn't get into the end zone. Benn's long reception went for 38 yards for Tampa Bay. Benn also rushed the ball once for minus-12 yards.
Analysis: Benn has not been a consistent Fantasy option this season for Fantasy owners in the Tampa Bay offense. He has gotten into the end zone a few times, but those have been too few and far between for Fantasy owners to really take advantage. Heading into Week 14 at Jacksonville, the Buccaneers might once again be without the starter Freeman. That will hurt Benn's Fantasy value. Plus, Jacksonville has been allowing the second-fewest Fantasy points per game to opposing wide receivers on the season. Benn is not a recommended Fantasy option for Week 14.
News: Tampa Bay WR Arrelious Benn got involved in the passing game on Sunday of Week 13 against Carolina. With Josh Johnson throwing the passes for injured starter Josh Freeman, Benn ended up with three receptions for 46 yards in the loss. The Panthers pulled away from the Buccaneers in the second half, and Benn didn't get into the end zone. Benn's long reception went for 38 yards for Tampa Bay.
Analysis: Benn has not been a consistent Fantasy option this season for Fantasy owners in the Tampa Bay offense. He has gotten into the end zone a few times, but those have been too few and far between for Fantasy owners to really take advantage. Heading into Week 14 at Jacksonville, the Buccaneers might once again be without the starter Freeman. That will hurt Benn's Fantasy value. Plus, Jacksonville has been allowing the second-fewest Fantasy points per game to opposing wide receivers on the season. Benn is not a recommended Fantasy option for Week 14.
News: Buccaneers WR Arrelious Benn caught a season-high five passes in a Week 11 loss to the Packers. One of Benn's receptions, a 37-yard catch late in the fourth quarter, brought the Bucs to the Packers' 2-yard line, and on the following play, QB Josh Freeman hit WR Dezmon Briscoe with a touchdown pass that brought Tampa Bay within two points of a tie. Benn amassed 75 receiving yards on the afternoon, and he also ran the ball once for nine yards.
Analysis: This was one of Benn's best performances of the season, though it did come against the Packers, who are one of the weaker teams in the league against the pass. He is not a good bet to repeat the feat in Week 12, when the Bucs travel to play the Titans. He is still a low-end WR option for owners in deep Fantasy formats.
News: Tampa Bay WR Arrelious Benn led the Buccaneers in receiving in the Week 10 loss to Houston. With Josh Freeman completing just 15 passes in the entire game, Benn led with two catches for 47 yards. Benn did not score in the game and his long reception went for 33 yards. Benn was targeted six times in the passing game.
Analysis: Benn has not had a fantastic season to this point, but the Buccaneers do want him to be more of a big-play threat going forward. That could bode well for Benn heading into Week 11 at Green Bay. Yes, the Bucs are going to have a lot of trouble against the first-place Packers, but Green Bay does give up plenty of yardage through the air. In fact, the Packers entered Week 10 allowing the second-most Fantasy points per game to WRs. Vincent Jackson caught seven passes for 141 yards and three TDs in Week 9 against Green Bay and Benn could see plenty of deep balls come his way. Still, we would continue staying away from Benn in Fantasy play unless it is in an emergency situation.
News: In the Bucs' 27-16 loss at the Saints in Week 9, Arrelious Benn caught two passes for 22 yards. He also tried an end-around but lost four yards on the play.
Analysis: We like Benn and think he's got potential to be a solid NFL receiver. But that might not happen until late this season or into 2012. Fantasy owners could keep him on the bench as a sleeper if they wish but otherwise consider him waiver-wire material for now. The Bucs host the Texans in Week 10.
News: Tampa Bay coach Raheem Morris said Tuesday in a press conference that the Buccaneers want to utilize WR Arrelious Benn more. The coach says a strong running game will help create more opportunities for Benn, who is considered a playmaker for the Bucs. Benn did not make a catch in the team's last game against the Bears. "He's one of our more explosive players," Morris said. "If you look at our explosive plays this year, he's probably a part of most of them and there's a reason: He's big, he's strong, he's physical and he makes plays down the field."
Analysis: Benn had three catches for 83 yards and his second touchdown against the Saints back on Oct. 16. He's yet to top that performance on the season, but could be in for a big game in Week 9 at New Orleans. The Saints just gave up huge chunks of yardage on the ground against the Rams last week and that could leave Benn open for production. Consider him an injury-replacement option for the Week 9 game and hope he can duplicate his TD-scoring performance from Week 6 against the Saints.
News: A week after breaking out for 83 yards, Buccaneers WR Arrelious Benn did not have a single catch in his team's Week 7 loss to the Bears in London. He was targeted just once in the game. He attempted one rush in the game that went for a 2-yard gain.
Analysis: Benn watched as Dezmon Briscoe emerged with six catches for 73 yards and a score. Despite the fact the Bucs threw the ball 51 times, Benn was never an option in London. Benn has not had more than four catches in any game this season and remains a very low-end option in Fantasy. His team will be on a bye in Week 8 before returning to action in Week 9 at New Orleans.
News: The Buccaneers travel to London in Week 7 to face the Chicago Bears. In that game, WR Arrelious Benn will be up against a Bears defense that ranks 25th in the NFL against the pass, allowing an average of 275.5 passing yards per game. They have allowed nine touchdown passes in six contests, with just three of those touchdowns coming against wide receivers.
Analysis: Benn had 83 yards receiving in Week 6 against New Orleans, including a 65-yard scoring play. He had just three catches in the game, however, and typically only gets about a handful of targets each week with Mike Williams being the team's No. 1 WR. He is not a recommended starting option in most Fantasy formats, but could be useful as an emergency play in deeper leagues because he does get at least some looks each week.
News: Buccaneers WR Arrelious Benn was able to haul in his second touchdown reception of the season in Week 6 against the Saints. Benn was on the receiving end of a 65-yard scoring strike from Josh Freeman in the second quarter, which capped off a three-play, 80-yard scoring drive putting Tampa Bay up 10-7. He finished with three catches for season-high 83 yards in the 26-20 win and averaged 27.7 yards per reception.
Analysis: Benn turned in most productive game on the season on Sunday and is slowly but surely starting to get more involved in the Bucs' passing game. The 23-year-old has now caught three passes in each of his last two games and looks to be a legitimate deep threat. However, because his production is so inconsistent, owners should consider Benn merely a low-end Fantasy option in most leagues. Continue to view him as such heading into Week 7 against the Bears.
News: Buccaneers WR Arrelious Benn will be looking to get back in the end zone in Week 6 against the Saints. Benn has caught 12 passes for 160 yards, but has only scored one touchdown thus far. New Orleans enters Sunday's contest ranked 16th in total pass defense, allowing 247 yards per contest. The Saints have surrendered 10 touchdowns through the air and are allowing an average of 23.2 Fantasy points to opposing WRs through the first five games of the season.
Analysis: Benn has shown glimpses of his potential during his two years in the league, but has unable to really make name for himself yet. Still, that is mostly because he continues to play second fiddle to LeGarrette Blount, Mike Williams and Kellen Winslow, who are the team's top-three options on offense right now. Until Benn shows he can put up quality numbers week-in and week-out, consider merely a low-end No. 4 Fantasy WR. Continue to view him as such heading into Week 6.
News: Buccaneers WR Arrelious Benn caught most of the passes thrown his way in Week 5 against the 49ers. He was targeted four times by QB Josh Freeman, catching three passes for 46 yards in the 48-3 loss. Benn had a long reception of 33 yards and averaged 15.3 yards per catch.
Analysis: Benn is averaging 13.3 yards per catch so far this season but has just 12 receptions through the first five games. He continues to show flashes of being a playmaker for Tampa Bay but until he does it on a more consistent basis, his Fantasy value will continue to suffer. He could be able to make some big plays in Week 6 against the Saints so consider Benn as a No. 4 Fantasy WR or flex option for that matchup.
News: Buccaneers WR Arrelious Benn has not caught more than three passes since the season opener but he could be in for a solid performance in Week 5 against the 49ers. San Francisco enters Sunday ranked 27th in the league against the pass, giving up 284 yards per game, and have allowed an average of 27 Fantasy points to opposing wideouts. When Benn faced the 49ers a year ago, he caught two passes for 14 yards.
Analysis: Benn had just one catch a week ago but it went for 43 yards, giving him his highest-yardage game of the season. He also had a touchdown called back, which would have done wonders for his Fantasy value. The 23-year-old has some blazing speed and elusiveness and should be able to find the end zone sooner rather than later. Heading into Week 5, consider Benn a No. 4 Fantasy WR or flex option.
News: Buccaneers WR Arrelious Benn did not see many passes thrown his way in Week 4 against the Colts. He caught just one pass for 43 yards and also had a 3-yard run in the 24-17 win. Benn nearly had a 62-yard touchdown in the first quarter but it was ruled on the field that he stepped out of bounds before being the first to touch the ball. Benn has targeted once by QB Josh Freeman in the victory.
Analysis: Benn had his highest-yardage game of the season on Monday night but just one catch. While having his touchdown called back was disappointing, he showed some serious speed an elusiveness and should be able to find the end zone sooner rather than later. After catching just 25 passes during his rookie campaign, the former Illinois standout is on pace for a career year in 2011 and should be considered a low-end Fantasy WR for Week 5 against the 49ers.
News: Tampa Bay WR Arrelious Benn will be looking to get back in the end zone during Week 4 against the Colts. Benn was held to just three catches for 19 yards last week against the Falcons. Indianapolis enters Monday night's contest ranked 18th in pass defense, allowing 251.7 yards per game. Indianapolis has surrendered three touchdowns through the air and given up an average of 21 Fantasy points to opposing WRs on the season.
Analysis: Benn has gotten of to somewhat of a slow start this season as he only has 13 targets heading into Week 4. However, the Buccaneers remain very high on the 23-year-old and he should continue to get better and better the more he plays with Josh Freeman. While the upside is there, Benn should be considered merely a low-end option heading into Monday night against the Colts.
News: Tampa Bay WR Arrelious Benn registered three receptions for 19 yards in the Buccaneers' 16-13 win over Atlanta in Week 3 on Sunday. Benn, who scored his first touchdown of the season last Sunday at Minnesota, was targeted just four times by QB Josh Freeman.
Analysis: Benn made his lone reception in Week 2 count as he hauled in a 25-yard score. However, the 23-year-old couldn't duplicate the feat against the Falcons and averaged 6.3 yards per reception. Fantasy owners shouldn't expect too much from Benn with all the other options Tampa Bay possesses and consider leaving him on your bench for now.
News: Tampa Bay WR Arrelious Benn fondly remembers his first matchup against Atlanta -- the Buccaneers' Week 3 opponent -- as a rookie last season. The second-year receiver out of Illinois scored his first career touchdown versus the Falcons on Nov. 7, 2010, his only catch in the team's 27-21 loss on the road. In the second meeting between the NFC South foes, Benn registered just one catch for 28 yards in another defeat.
Analysis: Benn was also held to one reception last week against Minnesota, but it was certainly an important one as his 25-yard catch in the fourth quarter pulled Tampa Bay within three points of the lead. Benn had just two targets in the game and is working on developing a connection with QB Josh Freeman. He has tremendous upside, but should not be considered a viable Fantasy option for Week 3 against Atlanta.
News: Bucs WR Arrelious Benn flashed his potential late in the Week 2 win over the Vikings. He got behind the defense on a 25-yard pass from Josh Freeman in the fourth quarter, and he walked into the end zone soon after. Benn ended up with a pair of passes his way, but the TD was his lone grab.
Analysis: Benn has a ton of potential, but he is still recovering from major knee surgery. Fantasy owners should continue to eye his progress, but he is not worth utilizing in the majority of formats for now. But as time progresses, Benn could evolve into a solid option opposite Mike Williams. Stash him heading into the Week 3 game against the Falcons.
News: After being targeted seven times last week, Bucs WR Arrelious Benn is looking to keep the momentum going Week 2 against the Vikings. He is still month removed from major knee surgery, but he seems to be recovering just fine as time progresses. Benn faces an aggressive secondary that likes to press receivers, so his 6-foot-2, 220-pound frame may provide some extra looks for QB Josh Freeman.
Analysis: Benn is the clear-cut No. 2 WR behind Mike Williams, who has a similar build, so by default the Illinois product should be in the mix offensively. Fantasy owners should also know that Minnesota gave up the 14-th most Fantasy points to the WR position in 2010. We like Benn for the long-haul, but it's tough to safely play him as long as Williams is healthy. Start him at your own risk.
News: Bucs WR Arrelious Benn totaled four catches for 27 yards in Week 1 against the Lions. His longest catch went 10 yards and he was targeted seven times in the passing game.
Analysis: Benn showed his big-play ability late in his rookie season in 2010, and the Bucs would love nothing more if he steps up to take some of the pressure off of star receiver Mike Williams. The fact he was targeted seven times in Week 1 shows you that Josh Freeman is looking his way. For now, Benn is a Fantasy reserve, but he is certainly a player worth keeping tabs on. The Bucs play the Vikings in Week 2.
News: Tampa Bay WR Arrelious Benn, who made his first start of the preseason Saturday against Miami after offseason ACL surgery, played well despite limited opportunity. He had one carry for 11 yards on an end-around play, and he caught one pass for 12 yards.
Analysis: Benn has the chance to be the No. 2 WR for Tampa Bay opposite Mike Williams. As long as he is 100 percent with his knee injury he is worth drafting with a late-round flier in deeper leagues.
News: The St. Petersburg Times reports that Bucs WR Arrelious Benn is close to making his return to the field following last season's ACL injury. He was held out of the preseason opener at Kansas City on Friday and will not play against the Patriots on Thursday. His 2011 debut is tentatively planned for the Dolphins game next week in the third preseason game. "You've got to hold him back because you can get fooled and think he's been out 12, 16 months, and it's only been six or seven," said receivers coach Eric Yarber. "We're trying to hold him back, and he's been good about it."
Analysis: Continue to monitor Benn's recovery, and hopefully he will be ready for the start of the regular season. He will likely start as long as Dezmon Briscoe doesn't continue to impress, but Benn will be No. 3 in the pecking order for receptions at best behind Mike Williams and Kellen Winslow. Plan on taking Benn with a late-round flier.
News: The St. Petersberg Times reports Thursday that Second-year WR Arrelious Benn, who had surgery to repair a torn ACL at the end of last season, looks in solid shape in camp. "I probably have to look at the scar, because I can't even tell which leg was hurt," receivers coach Eric Yarber said. "He's such a hard worker and a fast healer. He's a medical marvel. I said he should be in some kind of medical journal." He is being limited to one practice per day without contact.
Analysis: Benn will soon be able to go full-speed, and he should be in the thick of the competition for the team's No. 2 WR spot with Dezmon Briscoe and Sammie Stroughter. There's no doubt that he has the most talent of the three, but time is not on his side even after his speedy recovery. Benn did offer some encouragement on Thursday though. "Oh yeah, I'll definitely be 100 percent by the opener," he said. Fantasy owners should keep an eye on the situation, but we see the former Illinois standout as a sleeper worth a late-round pick.
News: Second-year WR Arrelious Benn, who has missed two evening practices, is back for Monday's walk-through. Benn's limited work is only precautionary after surgery to repair a torn ACL.
Analysis: The fact that he's back on the field at this stage of the game is impressive enough considering he was hurt in mid-December. Benn showed small flashes in his rookie year of being a quality receiver even though he was overshadowed by fellow rookie Mike Williams. Now it is believed that Benn will be able to compete for a starting job in Tampa Bay. This is good news for Fantasy owners as it adds another sleeper to the WR talent pool. Look his way with a late-round pick in drafts.
News: In a pretty incredible development, Bucs second-year WR Arrelious Benn passed a physical with the team on Tuesday and is expected to be ready for the start of the season. The St. Petersburg Times reports that Benn delivered the good news himself and should be ready to work with the club later this week. Benn tore his left ACL late last season but spent the offseason rehabbing on his own. As recently as late June he was spotted making major progress, which obviously paid off.
Analysis: Benn showed small flashes in his rookie year of being a quality receiver even though he was overshadowed by fellow rookie Mike Williams. Now it is believed that Benn will be able to compete for a starting job in Tampa Bay. This is good news for Fantasy owners as it adds another sleeper to the WR talent pool. Look his way with a late-round pick in drafts.
News: According to the Pewter Report, Tampa Bay WR Arrelious Benn has made remarkable progress in just seven months after suffering a torn ACL. Even though he could have taken part in Tampa Bay’s unofficial players-only workout Tuesday, he decided to take a cautious approach and watch from the sidelines while taking mental reps. “I’m young and I take real good care of my body,” Benn said. “For me to recover the way I am I put the effort in to do a little bit extra on top of what my trainers and everybody else wants me to do. I’m past where I should be. I’m where I want to be. I can’t be any better than where I am now. I definitely envision me being full strength and full tilt for training camp. I’m able to cut a little bit and get out there and run a little bit. I want to take it easy. It’s still early. I feel good, but things in my knee still need to heal. I don’t want to come out here and be stupid or do anything that will jeopardize my season.”
Analysis: We hope that Benn can be ready for the eventual start of training camp. Benn has potential to start right away for Tampa Bay opposite Mike Williams, and he should be considered a potential sleeper for Fantasy owners in 2011. If his knee is healthy for Week 1, then Benn can be worth drafting with a late-round pick in the majority of leagues.
News: According to his agent, Tampa Bay WR Arrelious Benn is doing well in his recovery from last year's torn ACL. Benn injured his knee in Week 16, but agent Drew Rosenhaus wrote on Twitter that Benn's rehab is going well. Said Rosenhaus: "Benn is making one of the most impressive recoveries from ACL surgery that I've ever seen. He will be full-go by August. Amazing."
Analysis: We hope that Rosenhaus is right that Benn can be ready for the eventual start of training camp. Benn has potential to start right away for Tampa Bay opposite Mike Williams, and he should be considered a potential sleeper for Fantasy owners in 2011. If his knee is healthy for Week 1, then Benn can be worth drafting with a late-round pick in the majority of leagues.
News: Buccaneers rookie WR Arrelious Benn will end the 2010 season on injured reserve after tearing a knee ligament in the team's Week 16 win vs. the Seahawks. Hurt on his first and only catch when he collided with multiple players, Benn was carted to the locker room and was later spotted on crutches. Details are unclear as to which ligament was damaged.
Analysis: Benn's rookie campaign was tepid as he caught 25 passes for 395 yards and a pair of touchdowns, only topping three catches in a game once and owning one 100-yard game. But it was becoming apparent that he was breaking through late in the season, especially when given single coverage playing opposite Mike Williams. We'll track Benn's progress through the offseason since he's sure to be considered a deep sleeper in 2011 Fantasy drafts.
News: Buccaneers rookie WR Arrelious Benn left the Week 16 game against the Seahawks with a knee injury, and did not return. He collided with several players at the end of a 16-yard reception. Benn was carted off of the field following the play.
Analysis: Benn was seen after the game using crutches, so the injury is likely a severe one. He emerged in recent weeks as the team's big play threat, but his rookie season could be over. Monitor his situation on Monday after the team is able to run more tests to know for sure. Benn is a low-end Fantasy option when healthy.
News: Buccaneers rookie WR Arrelious Benn has left the Week 16 game against the Seahawks with an apparent knee injury. He collided with several players at the end of a 16-yard reception. He will not return.
Analysis: Benn has emerged in recent weeks as the team's big play threat, but the injury looked fairly severe. He was carted off.
News: Buccaneers rookie WR Arrelious Benn, who broke through with 122 yards on four catches last week, wasn't quite as fortunate Week 15 against the Lions. He had three catches for 34 yards. He was targeted four times.
Analysis: The 34-yard performance was Benn's third-best of the season, which should give you some idea about his role on offense. He has upside, but he's just a peripheral option in the Buccaneers passing game and isn't productive enough to use in Fantasy. Leave him on waivers for Week 16 against the Seahawks.
News: Buccaneers WR Arrelious Benn, who set a career high with 122 yards on four catches last week, including catches of 64 and 43 yards, will attempt to further establish himself in the passing game Week 15 against the Lions. Offensive coordinator Greg Olson thinks he should be able to. "As the season has gone on (Benn) has simply become more comfortable," Olson said. The Lions aren't known for their defensive prowess, but they actually rank 13th against the pass, allowing 220.2 yards per game.
Analysis: Fellow rookie Mike Williams has become less and less the go-to guy in Tampa Bay, averaging 45.0 receiving yards over his last five games, so Benn has an opening to step up and make a name for himself. Still, you'd be taking a huge leap of faith by starting him after one big game, especially since the Buccaneers could just as easily lean on their running game against the Lions. Benn is worth monitoring in Fantasy, but he's not worth starting yet.
News: Tampa Bay WR Arrelious Benn caught a 64-yard pass from QB Josh Freeman in the second quarter against the Redskins during the Week 14 win. That pass was Freeman's longest career completion and was the longest passing play for the Bucs this season. Later in the game, Benn caught a 43-yard pass from Freeman. He set season highs for catches with four and yards with 122, also a career-high for Benn. Benn did not get into the end zone. He added one run for 17 yards. Benn averaged 30.5 yards per catch.
Analysis: Benn went nuts against the Redskins' terrible secondary in the Week 14 game. Can we expect a duplicate Week 15 against Detroit? Maybe. It is clear that Freeman has grown more comfortable tossing the ball to Benn, who saw four targets and caught each pass that came his way. That said, Mike Williams and Kellen Winslow are still probably Freeman's first and second options. Benn gained a lot of Fantasy value with this game but he's still nothing more than a flex option heading into Week 15 against the Lions.
News: Tampa Bay WR Arrelious Benn had two carries for 10 yards in Week 13 against Atlanta. He was also targeted five times, but managed to catch just one pass from QB Josh Freeman. That lone catch did go for the longest for the Buccaneers -- a 28-yard connection. It wasn't enough though as the Bucs would lose to the Falcons, 28-24.
Analysis: Benn has stepped up a few times this year for the Bucs, but remains inconsistent. He is not the Fantasy contributor like fellow rookie Mike Williams is. Despite playing a poor defensive team in Washington in Week 14, Benn should not be in anyone's starting lineup. He is not yet worth owning in Fantasy leagues.
News: Tampa Bay WR Arrelious Benn caught three passes for 9 yards in the Week 12 loss at Baltimore. Benn was targeted by QB Josh Freeman six times in the passing game. His long catch went for 9 yards as the other two did not gain any.
Analysis: Benn had scored touchdowns in consecutive games Weeks 9 and 10 but has just five catches for 23 yards in the last two games since. Benn is not yet a consistent Fantasy option in the Bucs' porous passing game. Leave him on waivers for Week 13 against Atlanta.
News: After scoring a touchdown in his last two outings, Buccaneers WR Arrelious Benn failed to extend the streak to three games in the Week 11 win over the 49ers. He managed to haul in two passes for 14 yards from QB Josh Freeman, who targeted Benn three times.
Analysis: Benn is coming into his own as a starter opposite fellow-rookie WR Mike Williams. It just so happens that the team does not rely heavily on the pass, so Benn's numbers should not increase too much at the tail-end of the season. Continue to view him as a very risky Fantasy play heading into Week 12 against the Ravens.
News: Buccaneers WR Arrelious Benn, who caught the first touchdown pass of his career last week, remained a red-zone favorite of QB Josh Freeman against the Panthers in Week 10. He caught just two passes for 29 yards, but one was an 8-yard touchdown in the first quarter.
Analysis: Benn gets only a catch or two per game, but lately he's appeared in red-zone packages. His 6-foot-2 frame likely has something to do with that. Still, he's too all-or-nothing to trust in Fantasy. You can leave him on waivers for Week 11 at San Francisco.
News: Buccaneers WR Arrelious Benn had just one catch for 14 yards Week 9 at Atlanta, but it was a big one. The rookie scored his first touchdown on a leaping grab in the second quarter.
Analysis: Benn has no more than one catch in any of his last four games and no more than three catches in any game this season. His touchdown grab Sunday was nice, but he isn't a consistent enough part of the offense to matter in Fantasy.
News: Tampa Bay QB Josh Freeman's 53-yard pass to rookie Arrelious Benn set up LaGarrette Blount's 1-yard run for what proved to be the winning score with 5:13 left on Sunday. Benn caught just that pass as that was the only time he was targeted against the Cardinals.
Analysis: Coach Raheem Morris has said he thinks Benn can make an impact, and he finally did. Prior to Week 8 he had just 76 yards receiving. The rookie still hasn't scored a touchdown, but he is a small piece in the Buccaneers offensive pie right now. While he is a player to watch, Benn is not worth picking up in seasonal Fantasy leagues. The Bucs face the Falcons in Week 9, a team that is giving up 260.3 passing yards per contest. Unfortunately, Benn probably won't be a big factor which means you can continue to ignore him.
News: Buccaneers rookie WR Arrelious Benn, a second-round draft pick, is likely to get more playing time this week and in coming weeks, coach Raheem Morris said. "(Benn) is so physical and strong," Morris said. "He's making more of an impact."
Analysis: We heard this sort of thing from Morris a couple of weeks ago, and Benn only had a pair of catches in each of his two games after that. Until we see this guy actually start to make plays on the field, he will remain a non-factor outside of long-term keeper Fanatsy leagues.
News: Tampa Bay WR Arrelious Benn recorded two touches of the football in the Week 6 blowout loss to New Orleans. Benn rushed once for 4 yards and added one reception for 9 more. He was targeted in the passing game three times.
Analysis: Benn has caught at least one pass in three straight games but has yet to show the ability that made him a standout in college. Until that happens, Benn will not bring much Fantasy appeal. Leave him alone for Week 7 against the Rams.
News: Buccaneers WR Arrelious Benn caught two passes for 25 yards in a Week 5 win at Cincinnati. Benn was targeted three times.
Analysis: Benn was a contender to see some extra playing time on Sunday, but he didn't do anything with it if that did actually happen. Benn remains only worth stashing away in deeper long-term keeper leagues for Week 6 vs. the Saints.
News: Don't be surprised to see more playing time in Week 5 for rookie WR Arrelious Benn, a second-round pick. Benn has played little so far but he did have three catches for 33 yards on Sunday. It's possible that Benn could start as the Z receiver and rookie Mike Williams at the X.
Analysis: The Buccaneers are off in Week 4, so don't start Benn in Fantasy play just yet, but he might be worth stashing away in very deep formats in case he does somehow emerge as the third receiving option in Tampa behind Mike Williams and Kellen Winslow.
News: Bucs rookie WR Arrelious Benn caught his first three NFL passes Week 3 against the Steelers. He made the most of his three targets, hauling in each pass thrown his way, totaling 33 yards. Most of the receptions came late in the game after the Steelers were up big.
Analysis: The Bucs are clearly letting the game come to Benn. The second-rounder was expected to compete for the starting WR job, but fellow rookie WR Mike Williams emerged as the Bucs No. 1 option. The Bucs have a bye week and travel to Cincinnati in Week 5. The Bengals pass defense has played well as of late, intercepting five passes in their last two games. Benn is still developing, so leave him off of Fantasy rosters until he shows more promise.
News:Rudy Carpenter threw two touchdown passes to Arrelious Benn, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat the Houston Texans, 24-17, on Thursday night. Benn hauled in a 3-yard touchdown in the second quarter to make it 17-0. He then hauled in the game-winning touchdown on an acrobatic play in the fourth quarter, reaching over Houston cornerback Jacques Reeves and hanging onto the ball as he hit the ground in the end zone. It was a 21-yard score. He finished the game with three catches for 33 yards.
Analysis: Benn came into the final preseason game with just one catch for 16 yards. He has been in competition with a handful of receivers to land a starting job. His latest performance might have been good enough to do that. Still, receiver is one of the toughest positions to break into in the NFL, so Benn might have a learning curve. He is not a recommended option outside of rookie-only and long-term Fantasy keeper formats to begin the season.
News: Tampa Bay rookie WR Arrelious Benn had no catches in his preseason debut Saturday at Miami. Benn had one carry for no yards, and he had one pass thrown in his direction. Benn was playing with the reserves for the Bucs in his first game.
Analysis: Benn has a lot of work to do to prove he can be a playmaker in his rookie year. He's already behind fellow rookie Mike Williams, and we don't advise drafting Benn in most seasonal leagues. He is worth a mid-round pick in rookie-only formats.
News: Tampa Bay coach Raheem Morris said Friday he's pleased with the steady improvement of rookie WR Arrelious Benn. "(Benn) is making some splash plays," Morris said. "He's starting to establish himself a little bit." Benn is trying to earn a starting spot with the Bucs this year. He is likely third or fourth on the depth chart behind fellow rookie Mike Williams and second-year receiver Sammie Stroughter, and he is probably behind veteran Reggie Brown as well.
Analysis: We view Benn being a significant part of the WR mix for the Bucs this year, and he should play a prominent role even if he doesn't start. Keep an eye on Benn throughout training camp, and he could be worth a late-round pick in deep seasonal leagues. He should be considered with a mid-round pick in rookie-only drafts.
News: The Buccaneers announced Tuesday that they have signed 2010 draft selection WR Arrelious Benn to a four-year contract. During his three seasons as a member of the University of Illinois, Benn accumulated 3,615 all-purpose yards, ranking fourth in Illini history, and also caught at least one pass in 35 of the 36 games he played. As a two-time team captain, he finished tied for fourth in Illinois history with 159 catches and sixth with 2,221 receiving yards, while recording seven touchdown receptions. As a sophomore, Benn became the first Illini receiver since 2002 to surpass 1,000 receiving yards and only the fourth player to ever reach that mark in school history. Benn was named the Big Ten Freshman of the Year in 2007 and was also named Illinois team MVP and First-Team All-Big Ten as a sophomore in 2008.
Analysis: Benn will compete for a starting spot this season with fellow rookie Mike Williams, but we expect Benn to see plenty of playing time. We like Benn with a late-round pick in deep seasonal leagues, and he's worth drafting with a first-round pick in rookie-only drafts. Benn has the chance to be Tampa Bay's best wide receiver this season.
News: The St. Petersburg Times reports the Bucs could have a three-way race for the starting wide receiver spots. The paper says second-year WR Sammie Stroughter is making a push for a starting job. In addition to his flanker duties, he's working as an outside receiver and using his speed and quickness to get off the line of scrimmage. Meanwhile, WR Mike Williams, the fourth-round pick from Syracuse, appears to be ahead of Illinois WR Arrelious Benn, who was taken two rounds ahead of him. But Benn's real worth will be demonstrated once the pads go on and he's able to break tackles and make yards after the catch.
Analysis: We expect Benn to make a solid push for a starting spot in training camp, and he should be able to prove his worth then. We like Benn with a late-round pick in seasonal leagues, and he's worth drafting with a first-round pick in rookie-only drafts. Benn should prove to be Tampa Bay's best wide receiver this season.
News: The Buccaneers traded up three spots in the second round of the NFL draft and selected Illinois receiver Arrelious Benn with the 39th overall pick. Wide receiver was a priority after the Bucs did not re-sign Antonio Bryant after last season's 3-13 finish. Benn had 38 receptions for 490 yards and two touchdowns at Illinois last season thanks to a series of injuries including a high-ankle sprain three plays into his '09 season and a concussion. He was a 1,000-yard receiver in 2008. As it turned out, current Bucs head coach Raheem Morris tried to recruit Benn to play at Kansas State when Morris coached there. "When you turn on the tape and watch Benn, you see a guy who catches the football, and then after he catches the football, he's tough to get on the ground," Morris said.
Analysis: Benn is a freak -- a physical, tough split-end receiver with good height (6-foot-1). The comparisons to guys like T.O. are legit even though he never had ridiculous numbers in college. Though Morris' familiarity of him reeks of the same stuff that led to the Bucs drafting Josh Freeman last year (Freeman and Morris were QB and asst. coach at Kansas State), Benn should get an opportunity to play right away for Tampa Bay. Their receiving cupboard was bare before his arrival, so it's not like he's going to waste away on the bench. So long as he has a good camp, Benn will have a shot at posting decent totals, especially for a rookie receiver. He's worth a middle- to late-round pick in seasonal drafts, a middle-round choice in dynasty/keeper leagues and a late first-round pick in rookie-only drafts.
