Kurt Benkert Fantasy

Quarterback Kurt Benkert has been waived by the Green Bay Packers. Benkert was battling for the QB2 job behind Aaron Rodgers with Jordan Love. Benkert played solid football at times but the Packers have decided to not keep three quarterbacks on the active roster. Reports already indicate that Benkert would be a candidate for the practice squad once he clears waivers.

Aug. 31st • 3:57 PM

Green Bay Packers third-string quarterback Kurt Benkert completed 18-of-25 passes for 151 yards, one touchdown and one interception in the team's preseason game against the Jets. With reigning MVP Aaron Rodgers on the sidelines and Jordan Love held out with a sore shoulder, Benkert played almost every drive. He was solid, if unspectacular, moving the chains at times but also guiding the offense to four three-and-outs. Not every team actively dresses three quarterbacks in the regular season but the progress of Love's shoulder in the coming weeks could decide whether Benkert starts the season with the team.

Aug. 22nd • 5:04 PM

Green Bay Packers quarterback Kurt Benkert will start during Saturday's exhibition against the Jets. With Aaron Rodgers and Jordan Love (shoulder) both sitting out, the team will turn to Benkert, who will start his first preseason game in nearly three seasons. The 26-year-old was released by the Falcons back in February after signing with Atlanta in 2018 as an undrafted free agent. Although it's unknown how long Benkert will play against New York, he's still likely to get enough work to put him on the DFS radar.

Aug. 21st • 4:16 PM