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

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for the

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of the

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(NFL). He played

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for the

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and was signed by the

as an undrafted free agent in 2022.

Professional career

Miami Dolphins

On April 30, 2022, Stille signed with the

as an undrafted free agent following the

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. On August 30, the Dolphins released Stille, On September 1, Stille was re-signed to the Dolphins'

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. On October 22, the Dolphins elevated Stille to their active roster. The next day, Stille made his NFL debut, playing nine snaps and totaling two tackles.

Cleveland Browns

On November 15, 2022, the

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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, 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. Stille was waived by the Cardinals on August 27, 2024, and re-signed to the practice squad.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

On September 6, 2024, Stille was signed by the

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off the Cardinals practice squad. He was waived on September 30.

Arizona Cardinals (second stint)

On October 3, 2024, Stille was signed to the Arizona Cardinals practice squad. He signed a reserve/future contract with Arizona on January 6, 2025. On May 22, Stille was waived by the Cardinals.

Miami Dolphins (secont stint)

On June 5, 2025, Stille signed with the Miami Dolphins.

Personal life

Stille is a

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. He is married to his wife, Samantha.

References

External links

Miami Dolphins 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 Tampa Bay Buccaneers players