Benjamin Sapp III (born June 27, 2000) is an American professional

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. He played

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for the

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and

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College career

In Sapp's career for the Golden Gophers he played in six game notching eight total tackles. After two seasons for Minnesota, Sapp decided to transfer to play for the

Professional career

Green Bay Packers

After not being selected in the

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, Sapp signed with the

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as an

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. In the final preseason game versus the

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, Sapp intercepeted a pass. Sapp made his NFL debut in Week 11 of the 2023 season playing eight snaps in a win over the

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. He was elevated to the active roster for Week 12 on November 22, 2023, and Week 16. Sapp was signed to the active roster on December 30. He was released on August 27, 2024.

Atlanta Falcons

On December 9, 2024, Sapp signed with the

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practice squad. He signed a reserve/future contract with Atlanta on January 6, 2025. On June 2, Sapp was released by the Falcons.

NFL career statistics

Regular season

Personal life

He is the son of former NFL player Benny Sapp II.

References

External links

Minnesota Golden Gophers bioNorthern Iowa Panthers bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Sapp III, Benny 2000 births Living people American football safeties Minnesota Golden Gophers football players Northern Iowa Panthers football players Atlanta Falcons players Green Bay Packers players Players of American football from Fort Lauderdale, Florida