Elite Long Snapper with Leadership, Special Teams Impact, and Mannelly Watch List Honor
Ben Mann, the Boston College Eagles long snapper (LS), is a data-driven standout who handled snapping duties in all 12 games of the 2025 season, recording three special teams tackles and earning a spot on the 2025 Patrick Mannelly Long Snapper Award Preseason Watch List[2][4]. Beyond stats, Mann is a leader and a 'really good football player' who excels on special teams and offense, with an unfortunate prior injury that he overcame to reach the NFL[3]. His intensity, personality as a team leader, and academic rigor (Yale BA in Economics, Boston College MS in Sports Analytics) make him a rare, high-fit athlete for any team seeking reliability and intelligence[2][6]. He was signed by the New York Giants as a rookie in April 2026, confirming his elite status[1][7].
