Benjamin Sangmuah (born May 30, 2003) is a Canadian-Ghanaian professional football defensive back for the Edmonton Elks of the Canadian Football League (CFL). He played U Sports football for the UBC Thunderbirds.
Early life Sangmuah was born on May 30, 2003, in Takoradi, Ghana, and grew up in Scarborough, Ontario, Canada. He attended Clarkson Secondary School in Mississauga, Ontario.
University career Sangmuah played U Sports football for the UBC Thunderbirds from 2022 to 2025. In 41 games, he had 162 tackles, including 7.5 for loss, 2.5 sacks, five interceptions, 29 pass break ups, five forced fumbles and three fumble recoveries.
Professional career Sangmuah was selected by the Edmonton Elks with the 12th overall pick in the second round of the 2026 CFL draft. On May 11, he officially signed with the team. On June 3, Sangmuah was placed on the six-game injured list with a knee injury. On September 25, he was elevated to the active roster and made his debut the following day against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats.
References
External links Edmonton Elks bio UBC Thunderbirds bio