History of Brian Thomas Jr. in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: June 11, 2025

Brian Thomas Jr. is a professional American football wide receiver currently playing for the Jacksonville Jaguars in the NFL. He played college football at LSU, where he excelled, leading the FBS in touchdown receptions in 2023. His performance led to him being drafted in the first round of the 2024 NFL draft by the Jaguars.

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October 8, 2002: Brian Thomas Jr. Birth

On October 8, 2002, Brian Thomas Jr. was born. He later became a professional football wide receiver.

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2020: High School Senior Year

In 2020, as a senior in high school, Brian Thomas Jr. had 30 receptions for 507 yards and seven touchdowns.

2021: All-American Bowl Selection

In 2021, Brian Thomas Jr. was selected to the 2021 All-American Bowl, a prestigious high school football all-star game.

2021: Freshman Year at LSU

In 2021, as a freshman at LSU, Brian Thomas Jr. played in 12 games with nine starts, recording 28 receptions for 359 yards and two touchdowns.

2022: Sophomore Year at LSU

In 2022, during his sophomore year, Brian Thomas Jr. started six of 13 games and had 31 receptions for 361 yards and five touchdowns for LSU.

2023: FBS Leader in Touchdown Receptions

In 2023, Brian Thomas Jr. led the FBS in touchdown receptions while playing college football for the LSU Tigers.

2023: Led FBS in Receiving Touchdowns

In 2023, Brian Thomas Jr. led the FBS with 17 receiving touchdowns and subsequently declared for the 2024 NFL draft.

2024: Declared for NFL Draft

In 2024, Brian Thomas Jr. declared for the NFL draft after a successful college football season.

2024: Jacksonville Jaguars Rookie Season

In 2024, Brian Thomas Jr. was drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars, scored a touchdown in his NFL debut against the Miami Dolphins, had a notable game against the Indianapolis Colts, and another against the New York Jets. He finished the season with 87 receptions for 1,282 yards and ten touchdowns, setting Jaguars rookie records, finishing third in the league in receiving yards, and was named to the PFWA All-Rookie Team.