Arizona State Football: Sun Devils edge UCLA in the desert
3. Eno Benjamin needs more respect
Wide receiver N’Keal Harry has received the majority of the accolades that have been dolled out to the Arizona State offense this year. The future first round NFL Draft selection is in the middle of an incredible junior season, but he’s not the only member of this offense that’s keeping the unit on track.
Sophomore running back Eno Benjamin dominated this game on the ground. The Texas native has found success out west, running for 186 yards and one touchdown against the Bruins. He churned out tough yardage all day including a 41-yard scamper that helped keep the defense on edge.
The duo of Benjamin and Harry make this offense scary. Load the box to stop the run and Harry beats you over the top. Play safe and Benjamin gashes you up the middle. It’s never quite that simple, but defensive coordinators across the Pac-12 haven’t figured out how to keep either of these two silent for an entire four quarters.
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Benjamin was the engine that kept this offense moving and kept UCLA playing from behind. He’s rushed for 100 yards in seven of his 10 games this season, posting his second best performance of his career against UCLA.