Proud of His Cameroonian Heritage, Ebeke Forges Success in American Football

Ben Ebeke might be a quick study, or maybe he’s just smart. Whatever the reason, he’s picked up the complexities of football faster than most.

The W.T. White senior didn’t start playing until middle school. A few years later, he was a 1,000-yard running back as a sophomore.

After duplicating that feat a year ago, Ebeke is now focused on leading the Longhorns to another playoff appearance and becoming one of the top rushers in school history.

“I don’t feel the extra attention,” Ebeke said. “All I focus on is giving my all on the field and getting wins. I’m not worried about what other teams are going to do against me.”

Much has changed for Ebeke in the eight years since he relocated to Dallas with his family f

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