JUNE 11 • DETROITLIONS.COM
BEN NIEMANN #51 - LINEBACKER - DETROIT LIONS
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THE DAILY DRIVE: Lions sign LB Ben Niemann, waive rookie Steele Chambers Calvin Johnson: Single-season receiving record 'bound to fall,' honored by NFL alum
Broncos Sign ILB Ben Niemann to 53-Man Roster Niemann takes the roster spot of WR Brandon Johnson, who’s on IR.
OCTOBER 31, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Broncos Sign Ex-Chiefs LB Ben Niemann to Practice Squad WR Michael Bandy was released from the PS in a corresponding move.
SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Broncos Sign Ex-Chiefs LB Ben Niemann to Practice Squad WR Michael Bandy was released from the PS in a corresponding move.
SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Titans' D Forces Bears Fumble, Ben Niemann Recovers | Game Highlights Tennessee Titans' defense forces Bears fumble, linebacker Ben Niemann recovers.
AUGUST 12, 2023 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM
Grade for Titans' signing of LB Ben Niemann Shaun Calderon grades the Titans’ signing of linebacker Ben Niemann.
APRIL 18, 2023 • USATODAY.COM
Records 10 tackles Week 16 Niemann finished Sunday's Christmas Day loss to Tampa Bay with 10 tackles (six solo).
Impact Niemann played on only 49 percent of Arizona's defensive stops, but he still managed to record a season-high 10 tackles. The fifth-year pro needs six tackles over the Cardinals' final two contests to match his career-high mark of 39 set last season with the Chiefs.
DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Family Reunion For Ben Niemann At Cardinals-Chargers Linebacker has carved out role on Vance Joseph's defense
NOVEMBER 25, 2022 • AZCARDINALS.COM
Woodside's TD in final minute lifts Titans past Cards 26-23
Logan Woodside scrambled for a 9-yard touchdown on fourth-and-goal with 52 seconds left and the Tennessee Titans wrapped up the preseason Saturday night, rallying to beat the Arizo...AUGUST 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Inks deal with Chiefs Niemann signed a contract with the Cardinals on Thursday, Darren Urban of the team's official site reports.
Impact Niemann tried out for Arizona during minicamp this past week as the team looks to add additional depth on defense and special teams. The 2018 undrafted free agent recorded 57 tackles, one pass defended and one interception over 17 games with five starts in Kansas City last season. Niemann also played at least 245 special-teams snaps during each of his first four seasons with the Chiefs and should serve as a solid depth linebacker alongside Nick Vigil and Tanner Vallejo.
JUNE 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Kelce's OT touchdown gives Chiefs 34-28 win over Chargers
Travis Kelce scored on a 34-yard pass from Patrick Mahomes in overtime and the Kansas City Chiefs rallied for a 34-28 victory over the Los Angeles ChargersDECEMBER 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Mahomes, Herbert on primetime stage as Chiefs visit Chargers
The first two meetings between Patrick Mahomes and Justin Herbert have come down to the final minuteDECEMBER 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Chiefs add LB Gay to COVID-19 list; 3rd player this week
The Kansas City Chiefs added linebacker Willie Gay Jr. to the COVID-19 list on Wednesday, one day before they play the Los Angeles Chargers in a game that could go a long way towar...DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Kyle Rudolph shakes free of Ben Niemann to score first TD since Sept. 2020 New York Giants tight end Kyle Rudolph scores his first touchdown since September of the 2020 season on a pass from quarterback Daniel Jones...
NOVEMBER 2, 2021 • NFL.COM
Chiefs defense again a let-down in 38-20 loss to Bills
The Kansas City Chiefs defense was once again abysmal in a 38-20 loss to the Buffalo Bills on Sunday night in a rematch of the AFC title gameOCTOBER 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Off injury report Niemann (concussion) is no longer listed on the Chiefs' injury report Wednesday.
Impact Niemann suffered a concussion in the Chiefs' win over the Eagles in Week 4 and he was forced to exit the game early. After clearing concussion protocols Monday, Niemann is expected to be available to play in Week 5 against the Bills.
OCTOBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Clears concussion protocol Coach Andy Reid said Monday that Niemann has cleared concussion protocol, Sam McDowell of The Kansas City Star reports.
Impact Niemann made two solo tackles during Sunday's victory, but he was unable to finish the game due to a concussion. He has made great progress and cleared protocols, but his status for Week 5 is still up in the air. Niemann has played a prominent role for Kansas City's defense with Willie Gay (toe) on injured reserve, so his absence against the Bills' high-powered offense would be a big loss.
OCTOBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Enters concussion protocol Niemann suffered a concussion in Sunday's 42-30 win over the Eagles, Nate Taylor of The Athletic reports.
Impact Niemann racked up two solo tackles in Sunday's victory, but he was unable to finish the game due to a concussion. Now that he's in the concussion protocol, he'll have several steps to clear if he hopes to play in the team's Week 5 matchup against the Bills.
OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Ben Niemann explains issue behind Chiefs' red-zone struggles “It’s not a scheme issue or anything like that. . .” Ben Niemann on #Chiefs’ red-zone woes. | from @TheJohnDillon
OCTOBER 1, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
Ben Niemann: "When they snap the ball, we gotta be ready to go" ' Press Conference 9/29 LB Ben Niemann speaks to the media
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • CHIEFS.COM
Over hamstring injury Niemann (hamstring) wasn't listed on Wednesday's injury report.
Impact Niemann injured his hamstring in practice in early August, but he has subsequently recovered over the past month. The linebacker is expected to suit up without limitations for Sunday's season opener against the Browns.
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Chiefs still missing Mathieu to COVID as Week 1 work begins
The Chiefs remained without All-Pro safety Tyrann Mathieu after his positive test for COVID-19 as the two-time defending AFC champions began preparing Monday for their season opene...SEPTEMBER 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Chiefs' Ben Niemann reflects on undrafted status, praises rookie Nick Bolton Entering his fourth year, #Chiefs LB Ben Niemann reflects on what got him here and praises the team’s top rookie draft pick. | from @TheJohn...
AUGUST 17, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
Chiefs' Ben Niemann discusses training camp and his chemistry with Coach Spagnuolo Kansas City Chiefs LB Ben Niemann talks about training camp, Nick Bolton and his chemistry with Coach Spagnuolo, the team's defensive coordi...
AUGUST 16, 2021 • KANSASCITY.COM
Leaves practice early Niemann (hamstring) left practice Saturday, Sam McDowell of The Kansas City Star reports.
Impact Niemann walked off the practice field under his own power and was evaluated for a tweaked hamstring. The extent of the injury is unknown, but it is likely that the Chiefs won't rush him back during training camp, as he suffered a similar injury at the end of last season. The 26-year-old was forced to miss three weeks with his hamstring injury last year, but it is unclear if his most recent tweak occurred on the same leg.
AUGUST 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
