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Atlanta is benching Kirk Cousins in favor of rookie Michael Penix Jr.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 19, 2024

End of an era: Las Vegas is benching longtime quarterback Derek Carr, with the likely endgame being a trade.

From New York Times • Dec. 29, 2022

“This guy is benching two and a quarter!” — gymspeak for 225 pounds.

From New York Times • Dec. 22, 2016

Coach Gus Malzahn said Tuesday he is benching a struggling Jeremy Johnson and switching to Sean White starting with Saturday night's game against Mississippi State.

From US News • Sep. 22, 2015

Shanahan is benching a six-time Pro Bowl quarterback billed as the next John Elway when he came to the franchise in April.

From Chicago Tribune • Dec. 17, 2010