Ben Sims

Ben Sims (born May 16, 2000) is an American professional football tight end for the Miami Dolphins of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Baylor Bears.

Early life Sims was born on May 16, 2000. He attended Clark High School in San Antonio, Texas and was ranked a three-star recruit after totaling 24 catches for 444 yards and seven touchdowns while playing tight end as a senior. ESPN ranked him the 28th-best tight end nationally and Sims committed to play college football for the Baylor Bears over several other offers, including from Auburn, Arizona State and Texas Tech. As a true freshman in 2018, he redshirted while playing three games, and the following year, he made an appearance in eight games. In 2020, Sims became a starter for Baylor and posted 14 receptions for 164 yards and a team-high (tied) three touchdowns.

In 2021, Sims had 31 catches for 361 yards and nine touchdowns; his nine scores were the most for a tight end in Baylor history. He was named honorable mention all-conference for his performance. He finished his collegiate career as Baylor's all-time leader in touchdowns by a tight end (12), additionally having the second-most receptions (78) and the fourth-most yards (785). He was invited to the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl after his final year and scored a touchdown in the game.

Professional career

Minnesota Vikings After going unselected in the 2023 NFL draft, Sims was signed by the Minnesota Vikings as an undrafted free agent. In preseason, he caught three passes for 53 yards with a long of 33.

Green Bay Packers On August 31, 2023, Sims was claimed off waivers by the Green Bay Packers.

On October 25, 2025, Sims was waived by the Packers.

Minnesota Vikings (second stint) On October 27, 2025, Sims was claimed off waivers by the Minnesota Vikings.

Miami Dolphins On March 16, 2026, Sims signed with the Miami Dolphins on a one-year contract. He was waived/injured on August 31.

NFL career statistics Regular season Year Team Games Receiving Fumbles 2023 GB 17 1 4 21 5.3 12 1 0 0 2024 GB 17 5 4 42 10.5 28 0 0 02025 GB 3 0 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0 MIN 8 2 3 30 10.0 18 0 0 0 Career 45 8 11 93 8.5 28 1 0 0Source: pro-football-reference.com

Postseason Year Team Games Receiving Fumbles 2023 GB 2 0 1 4 4.0 4 0 0 0 Career 2 0 1 4 4.0 4 0 0 0Source: pro-football-reference.com