About Benton Reed
Born 1963. Benton Reed is an American american football player.
Harry Benton “Ben” Reed (born May 7, 1963) is an American former professional football player who played defensive end. He played in the National Football League (NFL) for the New England Patriots for three games during the 1987 season.
Early life and college Reed played football at Woodlawn High School in Old Jefferson, Louisiana and at University of Mississippi.
Professional career In the 1986 NFL draft, Reed was selected by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the tenth round with the 250th overall pick. In the 1987 NFL season, Reed played in weeks 3, 4, and 5 with the New England Patriots, for the only three regular season appearances of his NFL career. A shoulder injury forced him into retirement.
Personal life Benton Reed's son, Michael Reed, is a former professional baseball player in Major League Baseball (MLB).
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American football player
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Benton Reed was born in 1963 in Baton Rouge.
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Benton Reed is an american football player.
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