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The Los Angeles Chargers surprised some onlookers as training camp started by letting go of a player. Typically, as NFL teams report to training camp,

Los Angeles Chargers News / Total Pro Sports / July 29

Chargers’ Offense Suffers Major Blow As Star Player Cut Amid Concerning Scandal

The Los Angeles Chargers have released offensive guard Ben Cleveland just weeks into the offseason drama cycle. The team made the move early in training camp.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 27

Chargers Released G Ben Cleveland

Per the transaction wire, the Chargers released veteran G Ben Cleveland on Monday. He was suspended for three games for violating the NFL’s substance abuse policy back in December but wound up signing a futures deal with the Chargers.

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Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / July 15

Chargers Roster Spotlights: Ben Cleveland, A Former 5-Star Recruit On His Last Chance

Ben Cleveland, born on August 25, 1998, in Toccoa, Georgia, playing his high school ball at Stephens County High, where he played baseball and football.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 14

Chargers Signed G Ben Cleveland To Futures Deal

According to the wire, the Chargers have signed veteran G Ben Cleveland to a futures contract for the 2026 season. Futures contracts essentially serve as a guarantee for players to attend the team’s training camp and offseason workouts, with the hope of earning a roster spot.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / January 5

Chargers Add OL Ben Cleveland To Practice Squad

Ben Cleveland has found a new home. Days after getting waived by the Ravens, the offensive lineman has signed with the Chargers practice squad, per the team.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / January 5

Chargers sign former highly drafted offensive lineman ahead of NFL playoffs

The Los Angeles Chargers are officially set to face the New England Patriots in the first round of the NFL playoffs, coming off their loss to the Denver Broncos.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 5

Chargers Sign G Ben Cleveland, Waive S Marcus Maye

The Los Angeles Chargers have signed G Ben Cleveland to their practice squad on Monday and waived S Marcus Maye. The Chargers could really use some offensive line depth into the playoffs and Cleveland was among the best available options at this point.

Baltimore Ravens News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 1

Ravens cut offensive lineman coming off suspension

The Baltimore Ravens made a roster move on Thursday ahead of their Week 18 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers. After coming off a three-game suspension, the organization is opting to release an offensive lineman from the team.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Baltimore Ravens News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 1

Ravens Waive G Ben Cleveland

The Baltimore Ravens officially waived veteran G Ben Cleveland on Thursday. Cleveland was suspended three games for violating the NFL’s substance abuse policy back in December. This stemmed from a DUI arrest this past February.

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Baltimore Ravens News / Athlon Sports / December 8

NFL Announces $195,000 Punishment Decision on Monday

The Baltimore Ravens are coming off a disappointing loss on Sunday. They faced off against their AFC North rivals, the Pittsburgh Steelers, in a game with major playoff implications.

Baltimore Ravens News / Baltimore Ravens on SI / December 8

Ravens Guard Hit With Three-Game Suspension

The hits keep on coming for the Baltimore Ravens, who are not having a great last two weeks since their remarkable turnaround from the 1-5 start to the season.

Baltimore Ravens News / Field Level Media / December 8

Ravens OL Ben Cleveland banned 3 games for substance abuse violation

Baltimore Ravens guard Ben Cleveland was suspended for three games without pay Monday for a violation of the NFL substances of abuse policy. Cleveland will have to sit out the Ravens' games at the Cincinnati Bengals, at home against the New England Patriots and at Lambeau Field against the Green Bay Packers in Weeks 15-17.

Baltimore Ravens News / The Lead / October 21, 2025

The Ravens Need to Give Ben Cleveland a Chance

After a Week 6, 17-3 loss to the Los Angeles Rams, the Baltimore Ravens are in desperate need of change if they want to try to save their season. That change should come in the form of offensive lineman Ben Cleveland.

Baltimore Ravens News / Ebony Bird / July 22, 2025

Ravens biggest bust for 2025 has already become painfully obvious

The Baltimore Ravens have a slew of talented players. From top to bottom, the team is loaded with key contributors that can change the game on any given down.

Baltimore Ravens News / Pro Football Rumors / March 15, 2025

Ravens re-sign veteran offensive lineman

The Ravens have made a move that could impact their view on needing to address the offensive line this offseason.

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Georgia Bulldogs News / A to Z Sports / February 18, 2025

Expert offers shocking analysis of former Georgia Bulldogs' DUI arrest before his NFL free agency begins

Ben Cleveland hasn't been a member of the Georgia Bulldogs football team since the end of the 2020-21 season, but considering the alcohol-related issues the program has dealt with under Kirby Smart's tenure, it's another alarming chapter in a developing book.