Iowa State defensive back Beni Ngoyi records one-handed interception
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 5, 2026, 11:08 PM
Last updated Sep 5, 2026
Iowa State junior defensive back Beni Ngoyi secured a one-handed interception during a 38-10 victory over Southeast Missouri on Saturday. The play occurred near the end of the second quarter as Ngoyi tracked a pass from opposing quarterback Braylen Ragland. The turnover gave the Cyclones possession at their own 45-yard line, leading to an offensive scoring drive that extended the Iowa State lead to 28-7. Originally a wide receiver, Ngoyi moved to the defensive secondary prior to the 2025 season after logging limited playing time at his previous position. Coaching staff noted that Ngoyi has shown increased consistency with his defensive technique and communication throughout the current cycle. The performance marks a notable development for the former Lincoln, Nebraska, high school recruit in his second year as a defensive player.
- •Iowa State defeated Southeast Missouri 38-10 on Saturday.
- •Beni Ngoyi recorded a one-handed interception late in the second quarter.
- •The turnover set up a scoring drive that pushed the Iowa State lead to 28-7.
- •Ngoyi transitioned from wide receiver to defensive back before the 2025 season.
- •The defensive back originally signed with Iowa State as a three-star wide receiver prospect.
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