2026 PFN Player Profile: Ben Negley-WR/DB-Palmerton
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Billy Splain | May 24, 2026
Ben Negley
Wide receiver, Cornerback
Palmerton Area High School
Class Of 2028
Jersey #12
HT/WT 6’1/180
26 receptions, 320 receiving yards, 4 touchdowns, 1 interception – sophomore year
Other sports Baseball
Received all-area honorable mention for 2 area newspapers, recognized as most improved player by my team.
Twitter @bennegley12
Why do you play football?
I play football because it pushes me to be a better person, have drive to be determined, pushes me to have better grades, and to be around my teammates.
It’s gameday! What are you looking forward to the most?
The atmosphere and being able to compete against others.
Who is your favorite sports star and WHY?
Puka Nacua and George Pickens. The reason is they both have the ability to have game-changing plays and also make the tough catches that most wouldn’t be able to make.
Do you have a favorite play you remember the most? Explain:
My favorite play is probably a concept that we call “Arizona” where the wide receiver gets to run a post or skinny post. That gives me an opportunity to make a big play for my team.
What was last years season like for you?
Last year’s season was a big improvement compared to my freshman year. I was able to make a bigger impact for my team by having over 200 more receiving yards and 4 more touchdowns compared to freshman year.
What are your goals for this coming season?
My goals for this coming year is to have over 500 receiving yards, 8+ touchdowns, and play solid defense to help my team win.
Who is the best player you ever lined up against?
Lincoln Cook from Palisades
When the game is on the line, which college/professional coach would you like to call in the play?
I would want Coach Bill Belichick to call in the play because he has experience in the clutch moments and always stays calm and confident in his play calling under pressure.
What stadium, HS/college/pro would you love to visit for a game?
Bryant-Denny Stadium
What is your favorite Pro team, any sport?
Pittsburgh Steelers
What game, yours, college or pro, was your favorite game you watched and why?
Ole Miss vs Georgia Sugar Bowl on January 1st, 2026. The 4th quarter was full of big time plays that made the game exciting to watch. Especially since the game came down to the last play.
What sports movie would you watch every day if you had to pick one and why?
I would say the move “Rudy” because it shows hard work and the lesson to never give up.
If your mom and dad are screaming at you from the stands, what is it they usually yell?
“He’s open”
Name one thing that you’d love to do in football that may never happen?
Play football in college
Who is your mentor, the person you want to be like? WHY?
My mentor would probably be my dad because he is hardworking and wants the best for my family and I.
Name a sport you’d love to play but can’t:
Lacrosse
What is your most embarrassing sports moment?
When I played basketball for the first time in 7th grade and shot 0/15 in a game.
If you could only drive one car for the rest of your life, what would it be?
BMW M4
When you aren’t playing, practicing or training for sports, what is your go to activity and why?
My go to activity would be hanging out with my friends to watch UFC fights.
What is your favorite football memory to date?
Scoring my first high school touchdown
What is your favorite play to run?
Arizona (Post/Skinny post)
What scares you the most?
Dropping a pass in the big moment
Music of choice:
Radiohead
What is the most food you ever ate in one sitting?
I once ate for 3 hours straight at an Amish buffet
What restaurant is your go to when you need a big meal?
Texas Roadhouse
What is your favorite vacation destination?
Hawaii
Do you remember what the first football game you saw was?
Patriots vs Seahawks in the 2015 Super Bowl
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