History of Allen Lazard in Timeline
Allen Lazard is an American football wide receiver for the New York Jets. Undrafted out of Iowa State in 2018, he began his NFL career with the Jacksonville Jaguars before joining the Green Bay Packers.
1990: Kevin Lazard Plays for Iowa State
Allen Lazard's father, Kevin Lazard, played football for the Iowa State Cyclones from 1990 to 1993.
December 11, 1995: Birth of Allen Lazard
Allen Jamel Lazard was born on December 11, 1995.
2012: Des Moines Register's Defensive Player of the Year
In 2012, Allen Lazard was recognized for his defensive skills in high school, receiving the Des Moines Register's Defensive Player of the Year award.
2013: Des Moines Register's Offensive Player of the Year
Allen Lazard was named the Des Moines Register's Offensive Player of the Year in 2013 for his outstanding performance in high school football.
2013: Anthony Lazard Joins Iowa State
Allen Lazard's brother, Anthony Lazard, began his football career at Iowa State in 2013, following in the footsteps of his father and brother.
2014: U.S. Army All-American Bowl Appearance
Before starting his college career, Allen Lazard showcased his skills on a national stage by playing in the 2014 U.S. Army All-American Bowl.
2016: Record-Breaking Season at Iowa State
Allen Lazard had a historic season for Iowa State in 2016, setting a school record for 100-yard receiving games and becoming the fourth player in school history to achieve a 1,000-yard season.
2016: Consecutive 100-yard Games and Career High
Allen Lazard had a remarkable stretch in 2016 with three consecutive 100-yard games and a career-high performance against Kansas.
2016: First-Team All-Big 12 Selection and Breakout Season
In 2016, Allen Lazard was named to the First-team All-Big 12 and had a breakout season at Iowa State, setting school records and showcasing his talent on a national stage.
2017: Continued Success at Iowa State
Allen Lazard continued his impressive performance in 2017, earning another First-team All-Big 12 selection and solidifying his place as one of Iowa State's top wide receivers.
2017: Stellar Performance Against Oklahoma and in the Liberty Bowl
In 2017, Allen Lazard had key performances, including a game-sealing touchdown against Oklahoma and an impressive showing in the Liberty Bowl victory against Memphis.
April 30, 2018: Signing with the Jacksonville Jaguars
Allen Lazard signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars as an undrafted free agent on April 30, 2018, marking his entry into the NFL.
September 1, 2018: Waived by the Jaguars, Signed to Practice Squad
On September 1, 2018, Allen Lazard was waived by the Jacksonville Jaguars and subsequently signed to their practice squad.
December 18, 2018: Signing with the Green Bay Packers
The Green Bay Packers signed Allen Lazard off the Jacksonville Jaguars' practice squad on December 18, 2018.
2018: Allen Lazard Enters the NFL
In 2018, Allen Lazard began his professional football career as an undrafted free agent.
2018: Senior Bowl Invitation
Allen Lazard's impressive college career earned him an invitation to the prestigious 2018 Senior Bowl.
August 31, 2019: Waived by Packers, Signed to Practice Squad
Allen Lazard was waived by the Green Bay Packers on August 31, 2019, but was re-signed to their practice squad the following day.
September 4, 2019: Promoted to the Active Roster
On September 4, 2019, Allen Lazard was promoted to the Green Bay Packers' active roster.
October 14, 2019: First Professional Touchdown
Allen Lazard scored his first NFL touchdown on October 14, 2019, during a game against the Detroit Lions.
December 1, 2019: Breakout Performance Against the Giants
Allen Lazard had a breakout game on December 1, 2019, amassing 103 receiving yards and a touchdown against the New York Giants.
March 17, 2020: Exclusive-Rights Free Agent Tender
The Green Bay Packers tendered Allen Lazard as an exclusive-rights free agent on March 17, 2020.
April 27, 2020: Signing the One-Year Tender
On April 27, 2020, Allen Lazard officially signed the one-year tender offered by the Green Bay Packers.
October 3, 2020: Placed on Injured Reserve
Allen Lazard's season was interrupted on October 3, 2020, when he was placed on injured reserve after undergoing core muscle surgery.
November 17, 2020: Activated from Injured Reserve
Allen Lazard returned to action on November 17, 2020, after being activated from injured reserve.
July 28, 2021: Signing the Exclusive Rights Tender
Allen Lazard secured his spot on the Green Bay Packers roster for the 2021 season by signing his exclusive rights tender on July 28, 2021.
November 1, 2021: Activated from COVID-19/Reserve List
On November 1, 2021, Allen Lazard was activated from the COVID-19/Reserve list, returning to the Green Bay Packers' active roster.
2021: Career-High Season
Allen Lazard had his best season statistically in 2021, setting career highs in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns.
March 15, 2022: Second-Round Restricted Free Agent Tender
The Green Bay Packers placed a second-round restricted free agent tender on Allen Lazard on March 15, 2022.
June 13, 2022: Signing the Restricted Free Agent Tender
Allen Lazard signed the restricted free agent tender offered by the Green Bay Packers on June 13, 2022, securing his place on the team.
March 17, 2023: Signing with the New York Jets
Allen Lazard signed a four-year, $44 million contract with the New York Jets on March 17, 2023, reuniting with former teammate Aaron Rodgers.
2024: Lazard's Performance with the Jets in 2024
In the first five games of 2024 with the New York Jets, Lazard nearly equaled his previous season's reception count and secured four touchdowns. Notably, he caught Aaron Rodgers' first touchdown pass as a Jet in week 1 against the San Francisco 49ers, despite dropping a crucial pass earlier in the game. The Jets ultimately lost 32-19.