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Georgia football’s Ben Cleveland wants to break NFL combine record

Georgia Bulldogs offensive lineman Ben Cleveland will try to break the NFL combine bench press record at Georgia’ 2021 pro day.

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Georgia Bulldogs offensive lineman Ben Cleveland is an incredible athlete and will try to break the NFL combine bench press record at Georgia’ 2021 pro day. Cleveland has been preparing for the 2021 NFL Draft after he opted out of the Peach Bowl against Cincinnati.

Ben Cleveland, who attended Stephens County High School, started at offensive guard for Georgia this season. Ben Cleveland dominated as a run blocker during the 2021 season. He’s one of the strongest players to ever come through the University of Georgia football program and should test well on all athletic tests on pro day.

Cleveland should have a legitimate chance to break the combine bench press record of 49 reps of 225 pounds. Former Oregon State defensive tackle Stephen Paea (2011) currently holds the NFL combine bench press record.

While Ben Cleveland wouldn’t officially set the record, it would still be an impressive accomplishment and help boost his NFL draft stock.

Ben Cleveland played for the University of Georgia from 2016-2020. Cleveland made an immediate impact as a freshman and played in every game during Georgia’s SEC Championship season in 2017.

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UGA football OL declares for NFL Draft, opts out of Peach Bowl

Georgia Bulldogs offensive lineman Ben Cleveland has declared for the 2021 NFL Draft and is opting out of the Peach Bowl against Cincinnati

Georgia Bulldogs offensive lineman Ben Cleveland has declared for the 2021 NFL Draft and is opting out of the Peach Bowl against Cincinnati. Cleveland is a senior, so he had the option to stay in Athens for yet another year.

Ben Cleveland, who attended Stephens County High School, started at offensive guard for Georgia this season. Now, he’ll likely be replaced by Warren Ericson. The Peach Bowl will give Georgia fans an opportunity to see what the offensive line will look like in the future.

Last season, both Isaiah Wilson and Andrew Thomas opted out of the Sugar Bowl against Baylor. The duo ended up as first round picks in the 2020 NFL Draft.

Ben Cleveland dominated as a run blocker this season. He’s one of the strongest players to ever come through the University of Georgia football program and will be a treat to watch in the NFL and at the NFL Combine (look for him to put up freak numbers there).

Ben Cleveland thanked Georgia Bulldogs fans, his coaches, and his teammates in a message via his Twitter account:

Georgia Bulldog fans should be grateful for all the years Ben Cleveland spent in Athens from 2016-2020. Cleveland made an immediate impact as a freshman and played in every game during Georgia’s SEC Championship season in 2017.

Ben Cleveland is set to be among the numerous Georgia football participants in the 2021 Senior Bowl.

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