Is Benny Snell Jr. related to Matt Snell?

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Benny Snell Jr. has football running in his family tree. Snell Jr. is the great-nephew of former New York Jets running back Matt Snell. But that's not all. Benny's dad is Benjamin Snell, Sr., an alumnus of Ohio Northern University, who played in the NFL Europe and the XFL.

Since joining the league as a fourth-round draft pick in 2019, Snell Jr. has carved out a decent career as a backup for the Steelers. He has amassed 267 attempted rushes, 954 rushing yards, and seven touchdowns in 57 games in his career. In addition, he is one of the most durable players in Pittsburgh, participating in over 80 percent of his team's games since he was drafted.

Who is Benny Snell Jr.'s great-uncle Matt Snell?

Matt Snell is a name that needs no introduction for New York Jets fans. The former fullback played for the Jets for the entirety of his career. He was a multiple-time all-star in the AFL and a member of the prestigious New York Jets Ring of Honor.

Matt Snell was a myth, but more so a legend, as he played a significant role in the Jets' Super Bowl III win. Older Jets fans will remember him as a swashbuckling fullback unafraid of digging deep for the team. He amassed 4,287 rushing yards, 1,057 rush attempts, 24 rushing touchdowns, 1,375 receiving yards, and 193 receptions in 86 games. Matt Snell was royalty, and it's fair to say that the New York Jets could presently use players as committed as him.

How is Benny Snell Jr. performing this season?

Benny Snell Jr. is third on the Pittsburgh Steelers' running back depth chart. The year-four pro is behind Najee Harris and Jaylen Warren, but that isn't stopping him from contributing.

Before the arrival of pocket-sized threat Warren, Benny Snell Jr. was an undisputed second option at running back for Pittsburgh. However, his apparent demotion hasn't stopped him from delivering when called upon.

This season, the Kentucky University alum has registered 12 attempted rushes, 62 yards, and one touchdown in eleven games, which is not too bad for an RB3.