High-volume, all-over-the-field safety with proven playmaking
Benefield stands out as a durable, high-motor safety who combines tackle production with real ball skills; in 2025 he posted 105 tackles, 2 interceptions, 3 pass breakups, a forced fumble, and a fumble recovery for Boise State, earning first-team All-Mountain West honors. He is valuable because he consistently shows up near the ball in multiple roles—deep safety, in the box, and in coverage—while bringing a quarterback-like command to the secondary. For a team, he fits best as an every-down, tone-setting defensive back who upgrades both run support and pass defense.[4][5][14][16]
