History of Art Monk in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: July 16, 2025

Art Monk is a retired American professional football player widely regarded as one of the NFL's greatest wide receivers. He played for the Washington Redskins, New York Jets, and Philadelphia Eagles during his career. Monk was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2008, solidifying his legacy as an exceptional athlete and a key player in NFL history.

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December 5, 1957: Art Monk's Birth

On December 5, 1957, James Arthur Monk was born. He later became a professional football player.

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1976: College Football at Syracuse University

In 1976, Art Monk began playing college football at Syracuse University and became a four-year letterman for the Orangemen.

1977: Led Team in Receiving

In 1977, Art Monk led the Syracuse University team in receiving.

1978: Led Team in Receiving

In 1978, Art Monk led the Syracuse University team in receiving.

1979: Led Team in Receiving

In 1979, Art Monk led the Syracuse University team in receiving for the third consecutive year.

1980: Drafted by Washington Redskins

In 1980, Art Monk was selected in the first round of the NFL draft by the Washington Redskins and had 58 receptions, a Redskin rookie record. He was also a unanimous All-Rookie selection.

1983: Founded Art Monk Football Camp

In 1983, the Art Monk Football Camp was founded.

1984: Set NFL Reception Record

In 1984, Art Monk caught a then-NFL record 106 receptions for 1,372 yards and earned team MVP honors and his first Pro Bowl selection.

1984: 106 Receptions in a season

In 1984, Art Monk set a record for most receptions in a season with 106.

1984: All-Pro and All-NFC choice

In 1984, Art Monk was an All-Pro and All-NFC choice and selected to play in the Pro Bowl.

1985: All-Pro and All-NFC choice

In 1985, Art Monk was an All-Pro and All-NFC choice and selected to play in the Pro Bowl.

1986: Second-team All-NFC

In 1986, Art Monk was named second-team All-NFC and selected to play in the Pro Bowl.

1989: Part of "The Posse"

In 1989, Art Monk was part of the wide receiver trio "The Posse" (with Gary Clark and Ricky Sanders) who achieved over 1,000 yards each in the same season, a first in NFL history.