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Benching Wilson and him not getting hurt leaves the door open that the Broncos could cut him and avoid having to pay him any more guaranteed money.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 27, 2023

Benching starters Reggie Jackson, Zubac and Nicolas Batum the entire second half, Lue put the game in the hands of his reserves.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 25, 2022

Despite the talk of changes, there’s at least one move Rivera said he won’t make: Benching Taylor Heinicke.

From Washington Times • Oct. 18, 2021

“Collins Considers Benching Former Ace,” one tabloid headline read beside a picture of Harvey with huge type: “Super Zero.”

From Washington Post • May 20, 2016

Benching A-Rod was a gutsy decision, writes ESPN’s Ian O’Connor.

From Slate • Oct. 15, 2012