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Jets Sign OL Liam Fornadel to Practice Squad Green & White Release LB Ben Niemann

OCTOBER 1, 2025 • NEWYORKJETS.COM

Records 25 tackles for Detroit Niemann finished the 2024 season with 25 tackles (11 solo), one pass breakup and one fumble recovery across 17 regular-season games.

Impact Signed to a one-year, $1.125 million deal last offseason, Niemann didn't miss a single game for the Lions and made four starts at linebacker while Alex Anzalone, Derrick Barnes and Malcolm Rodriguez battled injuries at the position. On top of reserve linebacker duties, Niemann logged a career-high 295 special-teams snaps. The 29-year-old is once again slated to become a free agent this offseason.

JANUARY 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Steps into more substantial role Niemann recorded five total tackles (two solo) and a pass defensed in Sunday's 48-42 loss to the Bills.

Impact Niemann played a season-high 43 defensive snaps in Week 15 with Trevor Nowaske (concussion) unavailable, amongst others. The five tackles were Niemann's highest total of the year and with the amount of injuries Detroit is dealing with, he'll likely operate in a similar role in Week 16 against the Bears.

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Steps into more substantial role Niemann recorded five total tackles (two solo) and a pass defensed in Sunday's 48-42 loss to the Bills.

Impact Niemann played a season-high 43 defensive snaps in Week 15 with Trevor Nowaske (concussion) unavailable, amongst others. The five tackles were Niemann's highest total of the year, and with the amount of injuries Detroit is dealing with, he'll likely operate in a similar role in Week 16 against the Bears.

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

THE DAILY DRIVE: Lions sign LB Ben Niemann, waive rookie Steele Chambers Calvin Johnson: Single-season receiving record 'bound to fall,' honored by NFL alum

JUNE 11, 2024 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Broncos Sign ILB Ben Niemann to 53-Man Roster Niemann takes the roster spot of WR Brandon Johnson, who’s on IR.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Broncos Sign Ex-Chiefs LB Ben Niemann to Practice Squad WR Michael Bandy was released from the PS in a corresponding move.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Broncos Sign Ex-Chiefs LB Ben Niemann to Practice Squad WR Michael Bandy was released from the PS in a corresponding move.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Titans' D Forces Bears Fumble, Ben Niemann Recovers | Game Highlights Tennessee Titans' defense forces Bears fumble, linebacker Ben Niemann recovers.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

Grade for Titans' signing of LB Ben Niemann Shaun Calderon grades the Titans’ signing of linebacker Ben Niemann.

APRIL 18, 2023 • USATODAY.COM

Records 10 tackles Week 16 Niemann finished Sunday's Christmas Day loss to Tampa Bay with 10 tackles (six solo).

Impact Niemann played on only 49 percent of Arizona's defensive stops, but he still managed to record a season-high 10 tackles. The fifth-year pro needs six tackles over the Cardinals' final two contests to match his career-high mark of 39 set last season with the Chiefs.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Family Reunion For Ben Niemann At Cardinals-Chargers Linebacker has carved out role on Vance Joseph's defense

NOVEMBER 25, 2022 • AZCARDINALS.COM

Woodside's TD in final minute lifts Titans past Cards 26-23

Logan Woodside scrambled for a 9-yard touchdown on fourth-and-goal with 52 seconds left and the Tennessee Titans wrapped up the preseason Saturday night, rallying to beat the Arizo...

AUGUST 28, 2022 • Associated Press

Inks deal with Chiefs Niemann signed a contract with the Cardinals on Thursday, Darren Urban of the team's official site reports.

Impact Niemann tried out for Arizona during minicamp this past week as the team looks to add additional depth on defense and special teams. The 2018 undrafted free agent recorded 57 tackles, one pass defended and one interception over 17 games with five starts in Kansas City last season. Niemann also played at least 245 special-teams snaps during each of his first four seasons with the Chiefs and should serve as a solid depth linebacker alongside Nick Vigil and Tanner Vallejo.

JUNE 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kelce's OT touchdown gives Chiefs 34-28 win over Chargers

Travis Kelce scored on a 34-yard pass from Patrick Mahomes in overtime and the Kansas City Chiefs rallied for a 34-28 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers

DECEMBER 17, 2021 • Associated Press

Mahomes, Herbert on primetime stage as Chiefs visit Chargers

The first two meetings between Patrick Mahomes and Justin Herbert have come down to the final minute

DECEMBER 15, 2021 • Associated Press

Chiefs add LB Gay to COVID-19 list; 3rd player this week

The Kansas City Chiefs added linebacker Willie Gay Jr. to the COVID-19 list on Wednesday, one day before they play the Los Angeles Chargers in a game that could go a long way towar...

DECEMBER 15, 2021 • Associated Press

Kyle Rudolph shakes free of Ben Niemann to score first TD since Sept. 2020 New York Giants tight end Kyle Rudolph scores his first touchdown since September of the 2020 season on a pass from quarterback Daniel Jones...

NOVEMBER 2, 2021 • NFL.COM

Chiefs defense again a let-down in 38-20 loss to Bills

The Kansas City Chiefs defense was once again abysmal in a 38-20 loss to the Buffalo Bills on Sunday night in a rematch of the AFC title game

OCTOBER 11, 2021 • Associated Press

Off injury report Niemann (concussion) is no longer listed on the Chiefs' injury report Wednesday.

Impact Niemann suffered a concussion in the Chiefs' win over the Eagles in Week 4 and he was forced to exit the game early. After clearing concussion protocols Monday, Niemann is expected to be available to play in Week 5 against the Bills.

OCTOBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Clears concussion protocol Coach Andy Reid said Monday that Niemann has cleared concussion protocol, Sam McDowell of The Kansas City Star reports.

Impact Niemann made two solo tackles during Sunday's victory, but he was unable to finish the game due to a concussion. He has made great progress and cleared protocols, but his status for Week 5 is still up in the air. Niemann has played a prominent role for Kansas City's defense with Willie Gay (toe) on injured reserve, so his absence against the Bills' high-powered offense would be a big loss.

OCTOBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Enters concussion protocol Niemann suffered a concussion in Sunday's 42-30 win over the Eagles, Nate Taylor of The Athletic reports.

Impact Niemann racked up two solo tackles in Sunday's victory, but he was unable to finish the game due to a concussion. Now that he's in the concussion protocol, he'll have several steps to clear if he hopes to play in the team's Week 5 matchup against the Bills.

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ben Niemann explains issue behind Chiefs' red-zone struggles “It’s not a scheme issue or anything like that. . .” Ben Niemann on #Chiefs’ red-zone woes. | from @TheJohnDillon

OCTOBER 1, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

Ben Niemann: "When they snap the ball, we gotta be ready to go" ' Press Conference 9/29 LB Ben Niemann speaks to the media

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • CHIEFS.COM

Over hamstring injury Niemann (hamstring) wasn't listed on Wednesday's injury report.

Impact Niemann injured his hamstring in practice in early August, but he has subsequently recovered over the past month. The linebacker is expected to suit up without limitations for Sunday's season opener against the Browns.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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Woodside's TD in final minute lifts Titans past Cards 26-23

Kelce's OT touchdown gives Chiefs 34-28 win over Chargers

Mahomes, Herbert on primetime stage as Chiefs visit Chargers

Chiefs add LB Gay to COVID-19 list; 3rd player this week

Chiefs defense again a let-down in 38-20 loss to Bills