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Jersey Number 56
Eric Benson
- Height:
- 6-2
- Weight:
- 222
- Class:
- Sophomore
- Hometown:
- Plantation, Fla.
- High School:
- Sandalwood
Bio
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...spring honor roll member.
2002: Participated in both Fall and Spring drills…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.
2002: Participated in both Fall and Spring drills…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.
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