History of Brandon Allen (American football) in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 13, 2025

Brandon Allen is an American football quarterback currently playing for the Tennessee Titans in the NFL. He played college football at the University of Arkansas. Allen was drafted into the NFL in 2016 by the Jacksonville Jaguars, later playing for the Los Angeles Rams, Denver Broncos, Cincinnati Bengals, and San Francisco 49ers before joining the Titans. He's primarily known as a backup quarterback who has filled in various roles for several teams throughout his professional career.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

September 5, 1992: Brandon Allen's Birth

On September 5, 1992, Brandon Duc Allen was born. He is now a professional football quarterback in the NFL.

2011: Redshirted as a freshman

In 2011, Allen was redshirted as a freshman in college football.

2012: Backup Quarterback

In 2012, Allen served as the backup quarterback, appearing in five games and starting one due to injury of the main player. He completed 21 of 49 passes for 186 yards, one touchdown, and three interceptions during the season.

2013: Starting Quarterback

In 2013, Allen became the starting quarterback, passing for 1,552 yards with 13 touchdowns and 10 interceptions.

2014: Offensive MVP of Texas Bowl

In 2014, Allen was the offensive MVP of the Texas Bowl, where Arkansas achieved a 31–7 victory. He also passed for 2,285 yards, 20 touchdowns and five interceptions during the year.

2014: Graduation

In 2014, Brandon Allen graduated with a degree in recreation and sport management.

2015: Record-Breaking Performance

In 2015, Allen threw a school-record six touchdown passes, and ran in the game winning 2 point conversion in a 53–52 overtime win over Ole Miss. He later broke the record with seven touchdowns in a loss to Mississippi State. Allen finished the year with 3,440 passing yards, 30 touchdowns, and eight interceptions.

May 5, 2016: Signed with Jacksonville Jaguars

On May 5, 2016, Allen signed a 4-year contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars for $2.48 million, which included a $147,687 signing bonus.

2016: Liberty Bowl Win

In 2016, Allen concluded his college career with a victory in the Liberty Bowl, with his team beating Kansas State 45-23.

2016: Drafted by Jacksonville Jaguars

In 2016, Brandon Allen was drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the sixth round of the NFL draft.

September 3, 2017: Waived by Jacksonville Jaguars

On September 3, 2017, Allen was waived by the Jacksonville Jaguars after final roster cuts.

September 4, 2017: Claimed by Los Angeles Rams

On September 4, 2017, Allen was claimed off waivers by the Los Angeles Rams.

December 20, 2017: Placed on Injured Reserve

On December 20, 2017, Allen was placed on injured reserve.

September 18, 2018: Waived and Re-signed to Practice Squad

On September 18, 2018, Allen was waived by the Rams and re-signed to the practice squad the next day.

2018: Brother's NFL signing

In 2018, Allen's younger brother, Austin Allen, signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as an undrafted free agent.

February 7, 2019: Signed Reserve/Future Contract

On February 7, 2019, Allen signed a reserve/future contract with the Rams.

August 30, 2019: Released by Rams

On August 30, 2019, Allen was released by the Rams as part of final roster cuts.

September 1, 2019: Claimed by Denver Broncos

On September 1, 2019, Allen was claimed off waivers by the Denver Broncos.

August 1, 2020: Signed by Cincinnati Bengals

On August 1, 2020, Allen was signed by the Cincinnati Bengals.

September 5, 2020: Released and Signed to Practice Squad

On September 5, 2020, Allen was released by the Cincinnati Bengals and then signed to their practice squad the next day.

November 23, 2020: Promoted to Active Roster

On November 23, 2020, Allen was promoted to the active roster of the Cincinnati Bengals following a season-ending injury to Joe Burrow.

November 25, 2020: Named Starting Quarterback

On November 25, 2020, it was announced that Allen would start for the Bengals in their Week 12 game due to Joe Burrow's injury.

March 10, 2021: Signed Contract Extension

On March 10, 2021, Allen signed a one-year contract extension with the Cincinnati Bengals.

2021: Played in multiple games

In 2021, Allen appeared in multiple games, including games against the Lions, Ravens, Browns and Steelers. He started in the season finale against the Browns and threw for 136 yards and a touchdown in the 21-16 loss.