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Ben Cleveland Settles Divorce with Estranged Wife for $550,000
3/3/2026, 4:15:31 AM
Divorce Settlement Details
Ben Cleveland, an offensive lineman for the Los Angeles Chargers, has reached a settlement in his divorce from Kaitlyn Terrell Cleveland, agreeing to pay her a total of $550,000. This settlement was filed in a Georgia court in late January 2026, following Cleveland's initial divorce filing in February 2025. The couple married on July 21, 2022, and separated on December 29, 2024. The divorce proceedings were initiated shortly after Cleveland's arrest for DUI, during which he cited adultery as a reason for the split, a claim that Kaitlyn has denied.
As part of the settlement, Cleveland will provide a lump sum payment, which includes funds allocated for a 2024 Land Rover that he will transfer to Kaitlyn. In exchange, Kaitlyn has agreed to relinquish her rights to certain real estate properties owned by the couple. Additionally, Cleveland has waived any claims to personal items such as a golf cart, rugs, and kitchenware, while Kaitlyn will return a firearm and thermal scope to him.
Official Statements & Responses
Chase Wilson, Kaitlyn's attorney, stated, “We are prohibited by the terms of the settlement agreement from making any public comment.” Both parties have agreed to cover their own legal fees and have committed to not making disparaging remarks about each other publicly or on social media.
Background on Ben Cleveland
Ben Cleveland began his NFL career with the Baltimore Ravens after being selected in the third round of the 2021 NFL Draft. Over five years, he played in 64 games for the Ravens before being waived in January 2026, following a three-game suspension for violating the NFL's substance abuse policy. Shortly thereafter, he was signed to the Chargers' practice squad and subsequently secured a futures contract reportedly worth over $1 million for the 2026 season.
Criticism & Opposition
The circumstances surrounding the divorce have drawn attention, particularly Cleveland's allegations of adultery, which Kaitlyn has publicly denied. The timing of the divorce filing, just days after his DUI arrest, has led to speculation regarding the motivations behind the separation.
What's Next
While the settlement agreement has been filed, it has yet to be signed by a judge. Cleveland has filed a motion to expedite the approval process, indicating a desire to finalize the divorce proceedings promptly.
Verbatim Quotes
- “We are prohibited by the terms of the settlement agreement from making any public comment.” — Chase Wilson, Attorney for Kaitlyn Cleveland.
