How will the Cardinals' backfield look in Week 6 without Conner and Benson?

The Cardinals are expected to turn to Eno Benjamin Knight to take on a bigger role in the backfield, potentially working in front of Michael Carter in Week 6 against the Colts.

What was Knight's usage like in the Cardinals' previous game?

In Week 5 against the Titans, Knight was third in the RB rotation behind Carter and Emari Demercado, recording just 5 touches on a 16% snap share.

Who is expected to lead the Cardinals' ground game in the absence of Conner and Benson?

According to reports, Knight is now in line to work in front of Carter and is poised for significant increases in both touches and snaps, potentially emerging as the Cardinals' lead back against the Colts.

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Cardinals' Knight Set to Shoulder Bigger Load Against Colts

12 Oct

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Summary

Knight expected to take on bigger workload with Conner, Benson out
Carter recorded 23 touches on 73% snap share in Week 5
Knight had just 5 touches on 16% snap share last week

Cardinals' Knight Set to Shoulder Bigger Load Against Colts

As the Arizona Cardinals prepare to face the Indianapolis Colts this Sunday, October 16th, 2025, the team's backfield is set to see a shakeup. With both James Conner (foot) and Trey Benson (knee) ruled out, running back Eno Benjamin Knight is expected to take on a bigger workload.

Last Sunday, October 8th, 2025, against the Tennessee Titans, Knight was third in the RB rotation behind Michael Carter and Emari Demercado, recording just 5 touches on a 16% snap share. In contrast, Carter dominated the backfield, logging 23 touches on a 73% snap share.

However, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Knight is now in line to work in front of Carter in Week 6. This suggests the former will be slated for significant increases in both touches and snaps, potentially emerging as the Cardinals' lead back against the Colts. The team will be relying on Knight to provide a boost to the ground game in the absence of their usual starters.