Ben Mahdavi

Ben Mahdavi
Personal information
Born:	February 27, 1980 (age 44); Mercer Island, Washington
Height:	6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
Weight:	235 lb (107 kg)
Career information
High school:	Mercer Island (WA)
College:	Washington
Position:	Linebacker/Long snapper
Undrafted:	2003
Career history
	Atlanta Falcons (2003); Indianapolis Colts (2003); Amsterdam Admirals (2004)*;
	* Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Career highlights and awards
	All Pac-10 Honorable Mention (2002); Washington Huskies Captain (2002); Washington Huskies Defensive MVP (2001, 2002); Guy Flaherty Award (2002); Chuck Niemi Big Hit Award (2001); Top 100 of 2001 by ESPNMag.com;

Ben Mahdavi is a former American football linebacker and long snapper. Over his two year career, he played for the Atlanta Falcons, Indianapolis Colts, and Amsterdam Admirals.

Early life

Mahdavi attended Mercer Island High School in Mercer Island, Washington. There, he was a member of the wrestling team, and also played long snapper and linebacker on the football team.

College career

Mahdavi originally attended the University of Utah on a full football scholarship. However, after a short time, he transferred to the University of Washington. However, he did not earn a scholarship, and struggled to find a permanent roster spot for the Huskies, and work odd jobs to pay for school. He originally played long snapper for the Huskies, appearing in 10 games and lettering as a freshman in 1999. Mahdavi later received playing time at linebacker and fullback, and was a captain as a senior. Throughout his senior year, he tallied 85 total tackles, 10 sacks, and four fumble recoveries. Mahdavi also played in the East-West Shrine Game. He majored in Communications.

Professional career

Mahdavi was not selected in the 2003 NFL draft. However, he later signed with the Atlanta Falcons. On July 31, 2003, he suffered a broken foot, which required surgery. He was placed on injured reserve, but was subsequently released on August 6, 2003, after receiving an injury settlement. Shortly after, he was signed by the Indianapolis Colts, who ultimately sent him to NFL Europe for the 2004 season.

References

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^ "Ben Mahdavi Player Bio". GoHuskies.com. Retrieved 25 January 2016.
^ "Ben Mahdavi, LB, Free Agent". KFFL.com. Retrieved 25 January 2016.

[1] "Ben Mahdavi Player Bio". GoHuskies.com. Retrieved 25 January 2016.

[2] "Ben Mahdavi, LB, Free Agent". KFFL.com. Retrieved 25 January 2016.

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