Where is Ulysses Bentley IV from?

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Ulysses Bentley IV is a former collegiate football running back out of the University of Mississippi. Previously, he played at Southern Methodist University (SMU) from 2019-2021. On January 7, 2025, Bentley declared for the 2025 NFL Draft through his Instagram account (@doo._). At the Combine, he recorded a 40-yard dash time of 4.62 seconds, achieved a vertical jump of 32.5 inches, and had a 10-yard split time of 1.59 seconds. With a prospect grade of 5.69, he is projected to be a candidate for a spot on the bottom of the roster or as a practice squad player at the next level. His Next Gen Stats score of 54 falls into the "below average" category. (via NFL's official website)

Bentley played for the SMU Mustangs from 2019 to 2022. In 25 games, he rushed for 1,559 yards and 15 touchdowns on 273 carries. He was the AAC Co-Rookie of the Year in 2020, was a first-team All-AAC selection, and was an FWAA Freshman All-American. He was named to the second-team All-AAC in 2021. He transferred to Ole Miss in 2022 and played until the 2024 season. In 32 games with the Rebels, he ran for 1,032 yards 1,032 yards and 13 touchdowns on 195 carries. While at Ole Miss, he was also featured on preseason watch lists for both the Doak Walker Award and the Earl Campbell Tyler Rose Award. Throughout his six-year collegiate career, Bentley played in 57 games, totaling 2,591 rushing yards and 28 touchdowns on 468 carries, which averages 5.5 yards per attempt. He also recorded 66 receptions for 484 yards and three touchdowns, bringing his total all-purpose yards to 3,075 and his total touchdowns to 31. (via Ole Miss Rebels' official website)

Ulysses Bentley's hometown

Ulysses Bentley hails from Houston, Texas, USA. He attended C.E. King High School in Harris County, Texas. He led his team to a 8-3 record and reached first round of the Texas 6A D2 playoffs. Upon graduation, he was rated as a three-star recruit by both 247Sports and Rivals, as per SMU Mustangs' official website

Ulysses Bentley's birthplace

Ulysses Bentley was born in Houston, Texas, USA, on December 30, 2000. He is the son of Felicia Bentley. (via Ole Miss Rebels' official website)

Ulysses Bentley's nationality

Ulysses Bentley holds American nationality and hails from Houston, Texas, USA, according to NFL’s official website.

FAQ on Ulysses Bentley IV

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A. Ulysses Bentley IV attended C.E. King High School in Houston, Texas.

A. Ulysses Bentley IV is 5 feet 10 inches tall, according to NFL's official website. 

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