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Arik Armstead

Arik Armstead is an American professional football defensive end who plays in the NFL. He played college football at the University of Oregon. Armstead was drafted into the NFL by the San Francisco 49ers in 2015, being selected in the first round. He now plays for the Jacksonville Jaguars.


November 15, 1993: Arik Armstead Born

On November 15, 1993, Arik Armstead was born. He is an American professional football defensive end.

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2015: Drafted by the San Francisco 49ers

In 2015, Arik Armstead was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in the first round of the NFL draft.

November 8, 2016: Placed on Injured Reserve

On November 8, 2016, Arik Armstead was placed on injured reserve by the 49ers due to a left shoulder injury.

October 17, 2017: Placed on Injured Reserve after suffering a broken hand

On October 17, 2017, Arik Armstead was placed on injured reserve after suffering a broken hand in Week 6.

April 30, 2018: 49ers Picked Up Fifth-Year Option

On April 30, 2018, the 49ers picked up the fifth-year option on Arik Armstead's contract.

March 16, 2020: Signed Contract Extension with 49ers

On March 16, 2020, Arik Armstead signed a five-year, $85 million contract extension with the 49ers.

November 16, 2020: Placed on Reserve/COVID-19 List

On November 16, 2020, Arik Armstead was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list by the 49ers.

December 7, 2021: Nominated for Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award

On December 7, 2021, Arik Armstead was nominated by the 49ers for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award.

November 10, 2022: Armstead Reveals Ankle Injury

On November 10, 2022, Arik Armstead revealed that he was rehabbing a hairline fracture in his left ankle.

December 3, 2023: Armstead Suffered Knee Injury

On December 3, 2023, Arik Armstead suffered a torn meniscus after a game against the Philadelphia Eagles.

March 13, 2024: Released by the 49ers

On March 13, 2024, Arik Armstead was released by the San Francisco 49ers.

March 15, 2024: Signed with Jacksonville Jaguars

On March 15, 2024, Arik Armstead signed a three-year, $51 million contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars.