Trinity Benson (born January 16, 1997) is an

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wide receiver for the

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of the

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(NFL). He played college football at East Central.

College career

Benson played college football for the

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. He rushed for 324 yards and five touchdowns with 507 yards and four touchdowns on 45 receptions as a senior and was named first-team All-Great American Conference.

Professional career

Denver Broncos

Benson signed with the

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as an

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on April 29, 2019. He was cut by the team at the end of training camp on August 31, 2019. The Broncos resigned Benson to their practice squad on September 24, 2019.

Detroit Lions

On August 31, 2021, the Broncos traded Benson and a sixth-round selection in the 2023

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to the

in exchange for fifth- and seventh-round selections in the 2022 NFL Draft. On August 30, 2022, Benson was waived by the Lions.

Denver Broncos (second stint)

On October 11, 2022, Benson was signed to the Denver Broncos practice squad.

Detroit Lions (second stint)

On November 9, 2022, Benson was signed by the Detroit Lions off the Broncos practice squad. He was placed on injured reserve on November 18. Benson was waived on August 27, 2023.

NFL career statistics

Regular season

References

External links

East Central Tigers bioDetroit Lions bio
1997 births Living people Players of American football from Denton County, Texas American football wide receivers East Central Tigers football players Denver Broncos players Detroit Lions players {{Widereceiver-1990s-stub