Benny Snell Training Camp Tryout Tour Continues

Benny Snell is looking for a new NFL home. The former Kentucky Wildcat spent the first four seasons of his NFL career with the Pittsburgh Steelers. To make it to year five, he has to bring his best to NFL Training Camps. Even though they’re just getting started, he’s already attended a couple formal tryouts.

In June he participated in a minicamp with Sean Payton’s new-look Denver Broncos. Last week he worked out in the desert for the Las Vegas Raiders. On Wednesday Snell returned to the heartland to try out for the Indianapolis Colts.

Jim Irsay, the Colts’ outspoken owner, put his foot into his mouth during the offseason running back conversation/controversy. Running backs felt disrespected by front offices for not receiving lucrative second contracts. Jonathan Taylor tried to get ahead of it by negotiating a second deal with Indy before his rookie deal concluded. Now he’s looking for a trade after a very public disagreement with Irsay.

Unsure of what the future with Taylor might hold, the Colts hosted three veteran running backs for a tryout: Snell, Kenyan Drake and Devine Ozigbo. Of the vets, Snell has worn the least amount of tread off his tires.

In four years with the Steelers Snell logged 982 yards rushing and seven touchdowns, averaging just 3.6 yards per carry. He also caught 17 passes for 114 yards and played a prominent roles on special teams. Hopefully these tryouts can turn into another contract for one of the BBN’s most beloved Kentucky football players.

You Need Benny Snell Highlights in Your Life

It feels like just yesterday we were watching Benny Snell run over opponents on his way to becoming Kentucky football’s all-time leading rusher. Hard to believe four years have already passed. Turn back the clock and enjoy some of the 16 touchdowns he tallied in his final season, including the record-breaking performance in the Citrus Bowl that secured a tenth win for the Wildcats, a feat not accomplished in Lexington in more than 40 years.

If you want to hear more from the man, the myth, the legend, KSR caught up with Benny Snell this summer at the Schlarman Strong Golf Scramble. He shared a story or two from his glory days at the University of Kentucky. While you’re at it, go ahead and subscribe to the KSR YouTube Channel to make sure you’re in the loop with the latest UK press conferences, live shows and much, much more.