History of Ben Bredeson in Timeline
Ben Bredeson is an American professional football guard currently playing for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the NFL. Prior to his NFL career, he was a standout player at the University of Michigan, earning All-American honors. Bredeson's football journey began at Arrowhead High School, where he was named Wisconsin Gatorade Player of the Year and received All-American recognition from MaxPreps and USA Today. He was drafted into the NFL by the Ravens in 2020 before joining the Buccaneers.
February 20, 1998: Ben Bredeson Born
On February 20, 1998, Ben Bredeson was born.
June 17, 2015: Committed to Michigan Wolverines
On June 17, 2015, Ben Bredeson committed to play football for the Michigan Wolverines after narrowing down his choices from 17 scholarship offers.
2017: All-Big Ten Second-Team
In 2017, Ben Bredeson was named to the All-Big Ten offensive second-team by both coaches and media after switching from offensive tackle to guard.
2018: All-Big Ten Second-Team
In 2018, Ben Bredeson was again named to the All-Big Ten offensive second-team by both the coaches and the media.
2019: All-Big Ten First-Team and All-American
In 2019, Ben Bredeson was named to the All-Big Ten offensive first-team by coaches and media, and was named a Second-team All-American by Walter Camp Football Foundation.
2020: Drafted by Baltimore Ravens
In 2020, Ben Bredeson was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in the fourth round (143rd overall) of the NFL draft.
January 9, 2021: Placed on Injured Reserve
On January 9, 2021, Ben Bredeson was placed on injured reserve.
August 31, 2021: Traded to New York Giants
On August 31, 2021, Ben Bredeson was traded to the New York Giants along with draft picks in exchange for a draft pick.
October 29, 2022: Placed on Injured Reserve
On October 29, 2022, Ben Bredeson was placed on injured reserve with a knee injury.
October 15, 2023: Moved to Right Guard
On October 15, 2023, Ben Bredeson was moved to right guard after the Giants signed Justin Pugh.
March 15, 2024: Signed with Tampa Bay Buccaneers
On March 15, 2024, Ben Bredeson signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
