Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Amik Robertson

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Amik Robertson made an impact.

Amik Robertson is a professional American football cornerback currently playing for the Detroit Lions in the NFL. He previously played college football at Louisiana Tech University. Robertson was drafted into the NFL by the Las Vegas Raiders in 2020.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2017: Played at Louisiana Tech University

In 2017, Amik Robertson started playing football at Louisiana Tech University, becoming a starter in his freshman year.

2019: Named First-Team All-American

In 2019, Amik Robertson was named a first-team All-American by the Football Writers Association of America (FWAA) during his junior year at Louisiana Tech University.

July 25, 2020: Signed with the Las Vegas Raiders

On July 25, 2020, Amik Robertson signed a four-year, $3.78 million rookie contract with the Las Vegas Raiders, including a $494,400 signing bonus.

October 4, 2020: NFL Regular Season Debut

On October 4, 2020, Amik Robertson made his NFL regular season debut, recording two combined tackles in a loss against the Buffalo Bills.

December 13, 2020: Raiders fire defensive coordinator

On December 13, 2020, the Las Vegas Raiders fired defensive coordinator Paul Guenther after a loss to the Indianapolis Colts; Rod Marinelli was appointed interim defensive coordinator.

2020: Entered the 2020 NFL draft

After his junior season, in 2020, Amik Robertson entered the NFL draft, foregoing his senior season at Louisiana Tech.

2020: Drafted by the Las Vegas Raiders

In 2020, Amik Robertson was selected by the Las Vegas Raiders in the fourth round (139th overall) of the NFL draft.

2020: Selected by the Las Vegas Raiders in the 2020 NFL draft

In 2020, Amik Robertson was selected by the Las Vegas Raiders in the fourth round of the NFL draft after playing college football for the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs.

2020: NFL Draft Projections

In 2020, NFL draft analysts projected Amik Robertson could be selected as early as the third round or as late as the fifth round, with analyst Lance Zierlein predicting a fourth or fifth-round selection.

January 12, 2021: Raiders Hire Gus Bradley

On January 12, 2021, the Las Vegas Raiders announced the hiring of Gus Bradley as their defensive coordinator.

October 10, 2021: First Career Start

On October 10, 2021, Amik Robertson earned his first career start for the Raiders after injuries to other players, recording seven combined tackles in a loss against the Chicago Bears.

January 31, 2022: Josh McDaniels Hired as Head Coach

On January 31, 2022, the Las Vegas Raiders hired Josh McDaniels to be their head coach.

September 18, 2022: First Career Interception

On September 18, 2022, Amik Robertson had his first career interception in a game against the Arizona Cardinals. He also recorded four solo tackles and one pass deflection.

October 2, 2022: First Career Touchdown

On October 2, 2022, Amik Robertson scored his first career touchdown after recovering a fumble and returning it for 68 yards in a game against the Denver Broncos.

January 1, 2023: Second Interception of the Season

On January 1, 2023, Amik Robertson recorded his second interception of the season, against the San Francisco 49ers.

October 31, 2023: Josh McDaniels Fired

On October 31, 2023, the Las Vegas Raiders fired head coach Josh McDaniels and appointed Antonio Pierce as the interim head coach.

November 27, 2023: Raiders Waive Marcus Peters

On November 27, 2023, the Raiders waived Marcus Peters.

March 14, 2024: Signed with the Detroit Lions

On March 14, 2024, Amik Robertson signed a two-year contract with the Detroit Lions for $9.25 million, including $4.50 million guaranteed.

September 30, 2024: Set Season-High in Tackles

On September 30, 2024, Amik Robertson set a season-high with eight solo tackles and made two pass deflections in a victory against the Seattle Seahawks.

2024: Named Starting Nickelback for the Detroit Lions

In 2024, Dan Campbell named Amik Robertson the starting nickelback for the Detroit Lions, listing him as the third cornerback on the depth chart.

2024: Detroit Lions Top NFC North

The Detroit Lions finished the 2024 NFL season atop the NFC North with a 15-2 record and earned a first-round bye.

January 18, 2025: Suffered Broken Arm in Postseason Debut

On January 18, 2025, during his first career postseason appearance, Amik Robertson suffered a broken arm early in the game against the Washington Commanders and would undergo surgery.