Erik Benson

Erik Benson

Player Profile

Class:
Senior

Hometown:
Jacksonville, FL

High School:
Sandalwood

Height / Weight:
6-3 / 230

Position:
LB

Birthdate:
04/22/1983

Major:
Finance

2004: Served as the team's second middle linebacker...also saw action on special teams...played in 11 games...recorded 10 tackles with a season-high four against Edward Waters...recorded a sack against Texas State.

2003: Moved into a linebacker position as well as a role on the special teams...saw action in 13 games...recorded two tackle assists against Siena.

2002: Participated in both Fall and Spring drills...saw action in every game at tight end and special teams...member of the fall honor roll.

2001: Attended the University of North Florida, which does not sponsor football.

High School: Played for Terry Gillian at Sandalwood High School...recorded 56 tackles, three interceptions, four fumble recoveries and scored one touchdown.

Personal: Finance major...son of Steven and Marie Benson...born April 22, 1983 in Miami, FL.

FAU Career Defensive Stats
YearGMSUTATTTTFLINT-YDSFFFR
2003120220-00-000
20041155101-10-011
Total2357121-10-011
Calendar

Saturday, Nov 28

Western Kentucky
Fort Lauderdale, FL (Lockhart)
4:00 PM

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