High-motor Kansas linebacker who piled up tackles and outworked expectations
Ben Heeney was a relentless, high-intensity middle linebacker for Kansas who led by production and effort, finishing his Jayhawk career with 335 tackles and earning All-Big 12 recognition. In the 2013 season, he started all 12 games and ranked third in the Big 12 with 112 tackles, showing the kind of durability and down-to-down toughness coaches value. He also stood out athletically at the NFL Combine, which reinforced his instincts, closing speed, and competitiveness. Heeney fits best with teams that prioritize leadership, motor, and run-stopping reliability over pure size or flash.[3][5][2]
