Ben Stille (born November 12, 1997) is an American professional

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defensive end who is a free agent. He played

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at Nebraska and was signed by the Miami Dolphins as an undrafted free agent in 2022.

Professional career

Miami Dolphins

On April 30, 2022, Stille signed with the Miami Dolphins as an undrafted free agent following the

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. On August 30, 2022, the Dolphins released Stille, On September 1, 2022, Stille was signed to the Dolphins

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. On October 22, 2022, the Dolphins elevated Stille to the active roster. On October 23, Stille made his NFL debut playing 9 snaps and totaling 2 tackles.

Cleveland Browns

On November 15, 2022, the Cleveland Browns signed Stille off the Dolphins practice squad. On May 9, 2023, Stille was waived by the Browns.

Arizona Cardinals

On May 10, 2023, Stille was claimed off waivers by the

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. He was waived on August 30, 2023 and re-signed to the practice squad. He was promoted to the active roster on November 21. Stille was released on November 28 and re-signed to the practice squad two days later. He was promoted back to the active roster on January 5, 2024.

Personal life

Stille is a

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. He is married to his wife, Samantha.

References

External links

Arizona Cardinals bioNebraska Cornhuskers bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Stille, Ben 1997 births Living people Players of American football from Nebraska American football defensive ends Nebraska Cornhuskers football players Miami Dolphins players Cleveland Browns players Arizona Cardinals players