History of Brandon Allen (American football) in Timeline
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.
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.
March 18, 2022: Re-signed with Bengals
On March 18, 2022, Allen re-signed with the Cincinnati Bengals on a one-year contract.
May 8, 2023: Signed with 49ers
On May 8, 2023, Allen was signed by the San Francisco 49ers.
March 13, 2024: Re-signed with 49ers
On March 13, 2024, Allen re-signed with the 49ers.
march 13, 2025: Signed with Tennessee Titans
On march 13, 2025, Allen signed with the Tennessee Titans.
