Ben Liedtke is a junior offensive lineman for Missouri State at 6'5", 320 pounds, hailing from Norwalk, Iowa. He began his college career at Iowa Central in 2023, where he helped the team to a 7-4 record and an NJCAA poll ranking of seventh. After transferring to Missouri State, Liedtke appeared in the home opener against Lindenwood on 9/14/24 during the 2024 season. In 2025, he saw limited action with 6 snaps in the contest versus UT Martin on 9/20/25 and earned offensive scout team player of the week honors twice. He has been named to the Conference USA Honor Roll and the MSU Athletic Director's Honor Roll for multiple semesters.