News: Browns wide receiver Travis Benjamin posted more than one catch for the fourth time this season in Week 16 against the Broncos. He hauled in three grabs for 46 yards in the 34-12 loss. Benjamin was targeted five times in the defeat.
Analysis: Benjamin has two receiving touchdowns on the year and also scored on a punt return. His production is too inconsistent to trust in Fantasy so leave the rookie on waivers in the majority of formats at this point.
News: Cleveland wide receiver Travis Benjamin came out of nowhere to make a long touchdown reception in the Week 15 loss to Washington. Benjamin got open down the sideline for a 69-yard touchdown bomb from quarterback Brandon Weeden. It was his only catch of the game.
Analysis: Benjamin was hit streaking down the sidelines for the long touchdown bomb from Weeden. Otherwise, he wasn't even targeted in the passing game Sunday. He clearly has big-play ability, but Benjamin only has two touchdowns this season and has only had three catches in a game once. He has low-end value for Week 16 at Denver.
News: Browns wide receiver Travis Benjamin returned the first punt for a touchdown of his career Sunday against the Chiefs. Benjamin was a late replacement for Joshua Cribbs on the second quarter punt, barely making it on to the field in time to return it. He took it back 93 yards to give Cleveland a lead. He also received one carry for 15 yards on offense, in a 30-7 win.
Analysis: Benjamin has returned just three punts this season, however he has shown a real ability with it. He has 149 yards on his three punt returns on the season. His play-making ability is clear, but Fantasy owners should leave Benjamin for just the deepest of Fantasy options, as he has just one reception over the last four games.
News: Cleveland wide receiver Travis Benjamin caught three passes in the Week 7 loss at Indianapolis. Benjamin went for 33 yards in the game and was targeted five times by quarterback Brandon Weeden.
Analysis: Benjamin was inactive for Weeks 5 and 6 and returned with a mediocre effort against the Colts. Benjamin caught a season-high three passes in the game and is not a recommended Fantasy option for Week 8 against the Chargers.
News: Browns wide receiver Travis Benjamin (hamstring) has been ruled inactive Week 5 at N.Y. Giants. He was downgraded to out Saturday.
Analysis: Benjamin has been getting more involved on offense the last few weeks and even drew his first career start Week 4, so it's unfortunate he has suffered an injury setback. Benjamin is only worth stashing in the deepest of Fantasy formats while he sits out.
News: The Browns announced Saturday that wide receiver Travis Benjamin will be unable to play Week 5 against the Giants, as the result of a hamstring injury. He was unable to practice during the week as a result of the injury, and was considered doubtful leading into the weekend.
Analysis: Benjamin has some potential as a deep threat, but the rookie has yet to truly make an impact. He will take the week off and try to get healthy for Week 6 against the Bengals, however Benjamin is not a recommended Fantasy option when healthy.
News: Browns receiver Travis Benjamin earned the first start of his NFL career Thursday against the Ravens in Week 4, but he was able to bring in just two passes for 26 yards in a 23-16 loss. Benjamin was targeted five times in the passing game, but was able to bring in fewer than half of them.
Analysis: Benjamin has great speed, but the Browns have yet to be able to make use of it, as he has just 92 yards through the first four games of his career. He is averaging 18.4 yards per catch, but until he finds a way to be a part of the offense on a consistent basis, Fantasy owners should leave Benjamin on the waiver wires. He is not worth starting in Week 5 against the Giants.
News: Browns wide receiver Travis Benjamin scored his first career touchdown in Week 3, and he will look to build on that against the Ravens this Thursday. Benjamin was targeted four times in against the Bills, one of which was on a deep pass that quarterback Brandon Weeden badly overthrew him, as the team continues to need more in the way of big plays from the passing game.
Analysis: Benjamin is averaging 17.7 yards per touch this season, on three catches and three rushes, so his big-play ability is clear as a fourth-round pick out of the University of Miami. Benjamin has the chance to emerge as a solid contributor over the course of the season if he and Weeden can find a connection on the deep ball, but for now he will likely be very feast-or-famine, especially in Week 4 in Baltimore. The Ravens have given up 25 Fantasy points per game to opposing wide receivers this season, the seventh-worst mark in the league, however Benjamin is just a sleeper play in deep Fantasy formats for the match up.
News: Browns wide receiver Travis Benjamin recorded his first career touchdown during a 24-14 loss to Buffalo Week 3. Benjamin help Cleveland cut the deficit to 17-14 with a 22-yard touchdown catch in the third quarter. He finished with two catches for 44 yards. He was targeted four times.
Analysis: Benjamin entered play Sunday with one catch for 12 yards through two games. The Browns have a lot of young players on offense and are trying to settle into a rhythm. Sunday's performance might help Benjamin get more targets moving forward, but he is not a reliable Fantasy play yet. He still has marginal appeal heading into Week 4 at Baltimore.
News: Browns receiver Travis Benjamin caught one pass for 12 yards and ran a reverse for 35 in Cleveland's 17-16 loss to Philadelphia. He did not score, but was targeted six times.
Analysis: Watching the game and looking at the stats give two different stories for Benjamin. He seemed to be involved in almost every play (which the six targets somewhat indicate). Mohamed Massaquoi led the team in targets with eight, but Benjamin was close behind with his six. Owned in virtually no leagues, Benjamin should be watched over the next few weeks, as Weeden seems to like him, and if the rookie quarterback can bounce back from his nightmarish, four interception Week 1 game, it could benefit Benjamin more than any other receiver, as many of Weeden's incompletions were on long passes to Benjamin. There's little beyond a massive gamble here right now, but keep an eye on Benjamin; he might be worth an add in deeper leagues at some point.
News: Browns receiver Travis Benjamin returned to practice Friday after missing Thursday's preseason game against the Packers due to an undisclosed injury, according to the Cleveland Plain Dealer. Benjamin returned to practice for the first time in a week after suffering the injury during his preseason opener against the Lions. "I was kind of nicked up,'' said Benjamin. "It wasn't really as sore. I had a few minor problems, but it’s okay now.''
Analysis: Benjamin seems to be back at 100 percent for the Browns now that he is practicing and should be able to participate during the Browns' third preseason game against the Eagles. He caught two passes for 46 yards in his first preseason game. Benjamin is far from being considered a polished NFL receiver, so owners will have to be prepared to deal with some growing pains from the former University of Miami standout. Consider the 22-year-old is worthy a late pick in deeper dynasty/keeper leagues and rookie-only drafts.
News: With receiver Mohamed Massaquoi suffering a head injury on the first play of the game, receiver Travis Benjamin saw some work with the starters during Friday's preseason opener against the Lions. Benjamin, who has impressed in camp with his speed, showed off his wheels as he hauled in a 34-yard reception on the second play of the night. He also hauled in 12-yard catch at the end of the first quarter.
Analysis: Benjamin has impressed during the team's offseason workouts and early portion of training camp and showed why Friday night. The 22-year-old's blazing speed makes him an instant deep-ball threat, which is exactly what the Browns need on offense. Still, he is far from being considered a polished NFL receiver, so owners will have to be prepared to deal with some growing pains from the former University of Miami standout. Consider Benjamin worthy a late pick in deeper dynasty/keeper leagues and rookie-only drafts.
News: CBS Sports NFL Insider Jason La Canfora says Travis Benjamin, a fourth-round pick, continues to make plays in camp for the Browns, and the coaches believe he could push for playing time. Head coach Pat Shurmur said as much after a May minicamp.
Analysis: Benjamin flashed his speed throughout the minicamp while also dealing with some drops. Obviously he doesn't have a lot of tough competition for playing time, so the deep-ball threat from The U could get into action sooner than later. It only helps him that the Browns drafted a strong-armed quarterback in Brandon Weeden. Expect him to have some Devin Hester-like moments on offense, making him worth a late pick in deeper dynasty/keeper leagues and rookie-only drafts. If he keeps pressing for playing time then he'd be worth a late flier in seasonal leagues.
News: Browns coach Pat Shurmur finished up his press conference Sunday with a bit of a jaw-dropper: When asked if rookie receiver Travis Benjamin could compete for a significant role, the coach said, "I would say so. I saw a lot of good stuff from Travis this weekend and I feel like he will only continue to get better."
Analysis: Benjamin flashed his speed throughout the minicamp while also dealing with some drops. Obviously he doesn't have a lot of tough competition for playing time, so the deep-ball threat from The U could get into action sooner than later. It only helps him that the Browns drafted a strong-armed quarterback in Brandon Weeden. Expect him to have some Devin Hester-like moments on offense, making him worth a late pick in deeper dynasty/keeper leagues and rookie-only drafts. If he keeps pressing for playing time then he'd be worth a late flier in seasonal leagues.
News: Browns rookie wideout Travis Benjamin dropped at least two passes on the first day of rookie minicamp, but coach Pat Shurmur declined to elaborate, giving the kid a break. Rookie quarterback Brandon Weeden was more positive about his first-year teammate. "He is freaky fast," Weeden said. "The guy can really run. Coach Shurmur was like, 'Hey, let one rip on a vertical,' even though it's single-high safety and it's not really our read, he said, 'Let one go and see if he can go get it.' I did and it was incomplete, but the guy has got another gear."
Analysis: Speed is the best part of Benjamin's game, and it could pay off occasionally on Sundays. He needs work on his hands and isn't polished as a route runner. He's also very lean and could get banged up easily. Expect him to have some Devin Hester-like moments in the NFL, albeit not as many as Hester himself. He's worth a late pick in deeper dynasty/keeper leagues and rookie-only drafts.
News: The Browns selected speedster Travis Benjamin from the University of Miami with the 100th pick in the NFL draft (fourth round). The Browns needed a wideout to stretch defenses, and Benjamin has been timed in 4.34 seconds in the 40-yard dash. The 5-foot-10 Benjamin had 41 catches and three touchdowns last season for the Hurricanes and can also contribute on special teams. Benjamin is just one of six players in Miami history to have more than 2,000 career receiving yards.
Analysis: Benjamin has a very good deep-ball game, but that might be all he can do. He doesn't have great hands and isn't polished as a route runner. He's also very lean and could get banged up easily. Expect him to have some Devin Hester-like moments in the NFL, albeit not as many as Hester himself. He's worth a late pick in deeper dynasty/keeper leagues and rookie-only drafts.
