Brandon Christopher Jacobs is a retired American football player known for his time as a running back in the NFL. He primarily played for the New York Giants, with whom he won two Super Bowl championships against the New England Patriots. Drafted by the Giants in 2005, Jacobs also had a stint with the San Francisco 49ers before returning to New York to finish his career. Before turning pro, he played college football for the Auburn Tigers and Southern Illinois Salukis.
July 6, 1982: Brandon Jacobs is born
Brandon Christopher Jacobs was born on July 6, 1982.
2001: Jacobs's Freshman Year at Coffeyville Community College
In 2001, Jacobs began his college football career at Coffeyville Community College, where he rushed for 1,349 yards and 17 touchdowns, earning him Kansas Jayhawk Conference All-Conference honorable mention and team MVP.
2003: Jacobs Transfers to Auburn University
In 2003, Jacobs transferred to Auburn University, where he played alongside future first-round draft picks Carnell Williams, Ronnie Brown, and Jason Campbell.
2003: Jacobs's Time at Southern Illinois
In 2003, Jacobs transferred to Southern Illinois, where he rushed for 992 yards and 19 touchdowns, earning him All-American and All-Gateway Conference first-team honors.
2005: Drafted into the NFL
In 2005, Brandon Jacobs was selected by the New York Giants in the fourth round of the NFL draft.
2005: Jacobs is Drafted into the NFL
Jacobs was projected to be drafted in the early fourth round of the 2005 NFL Draft and was selected early in the fourth round by the New York Giants.
2006: Jacobs Studies Eddie George's Running Style
In 2006, Jacobs studied film of famed power running back Eddie George to refine his running style.
2007: Jacobs and Derrick Ward Achieve Rushing Milestone
In 2007, Jacobs and Derrick Ward became the fifth pair of teammates to rush for 1,000 yards in a single season.
2007: Jacobs Becomes Starting Running Back
Jacobs became the starting running back for the Giants in 2007 after Tiki Barber's retirement. He helped the Giants win Super Bowl XLII that season.
2008: Jacobs Undergoes Wrist Surgery
Jacobs underwent wrist surgery in the 2008 offseason but returned to play in the preseason.
February 13, 2009: Giants Place Franchise Tag on Jacobs
The New York Giants placed the Franchise Tag on Jacobs on February 13, 2009. He signed a four-year contract a week later.
December 31, 2009: Jacobs Placed on Injured Reserve
On December 31, 2009, Jacobs was placed on injured reserve due to a knee injury.
September 19, 2010: Jacobs Throws Helmet into Stands
On September 19, 2010, Jacobs threw his helmet into the stands at Lucas Oil Stadium and was fined $10,000.
November 24, 2010: Jacobs Announced as Starting Running Back
On November 24, 2010, Jacobs was announced as the starting running back for the Giants.
June 2011: Jacobs Appears on Law & Order: Criminal Intent
In June 2011, Jacobs acted in the series finale episode of Law & Order: Criminal Intent.
2011: Giants Win Super Bowl XLVI
Jacobs and the Giants appeared in Super Bowl XLVI at the end of the 2011 season, where they defeated the New England Patriots.
February 16, 2012: Jacobs Appears on Impact Wrestling
On February 16, 2012, Jacobs appeared on an episode of Impact Wrestling, where he put wrestler Bully Ray through a table.
March 9, 2012: Giants Release Jacobs
The Giants released Jacobs on March 9, 2012.
March 28, 2012: Jacobs Signs with the 49ers
Jacobs signed with the San Francisco 49ers on March 28, 2012.
December 31, 2012: 49ers Waive Jacobs
On December 31, 2012, Jacobs was waived by the 49ers following a series of social media posts addressing his lack of playing time.
September 10, 2013: Jacobs Returns to the Giants
Jacobs signed a one-year contract with the New York Giants on September 10, 2013.
January 2, 2014: Jacobs Announces Retirement
On January 2, 2014, Jacobs announced his retirement from the NFL after nine seasons.
May 27, 2021: Jacobs Attempts NFL Comeback
On May 27, 2021, Jacobs announced on Twitter that he would be attempting a return to the NFL as a defensive end.