Career Timeline of Bryan Cook (American football): Major Achievements and Milestones

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 9, 2026

How Bryan Cook (American football) built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Bryan Cook is an American football safety currently playing for the Kansas City Chiefs in the NFL. He played college football first for the Howard Bison and then transferred to and played for the Cincinnati Bearcats. As a professional athlete, his career is centered around his performance and contributions to his team in the sport of football.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2020: Cook Played in the Birmingham Bowl

In 2020, Bryan Cook played in the Birmingham Bowl following the end of the regular season. In his first full season at Cincinnati, he recorded 26 tackles and two passes broken up.

May 6, 2022: Signed with the Kansas City Chiefs

On May 6, 2022, Bryan Cook signed a four-year, $5.84 million rookie contract with the Kansas City Chiefs, including $2.40 million guaranteed and a $1.43 million signing bonus.

September 11, 2022: Regular Season Debut

On September 11, 2022, Bryan Cook made his professional regular season debut for the Kansas City Chiefs against the Arizona Cardinals, recording one solo tackle.

2022: Drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs

In 2022, Bryan Cook was selected by the Kansas City Chiefs in the second round (62nd overall) of the NFL draft.

2022: NFL Draft Projections

In 2022, NFL draft analysts projected Bryan Cook to be selected in the third or fourth round of the NFL Draft.

2022: Chiefs Finished First in AFC West

The Kansas City Chiefs finished the 2022 NFL season first in the AFC West with a 14–3 record to earn a first-round bye.

January 21, 2023: First Postseason Game

On January 21, 2023, Bryan Cook played in his first postseason game, recording one solo tackle in the Chiefs' win against the Jacksonville Jaguars in the Divisional Round.

February 12, 2023: Super Bowl LVII Appearance

On February 12, 2023, Bryan Cook played in Super Bowl LVII, recording one solo tackle in the Chiefs' victory over the Philadelphia Eagles.

September 7, 2023: Season-High Tackles Against the Lions

On September 7, 2023, Bryan Cook started in the Kansas City Chiefs' home-opener against the Detroit Lions and set a season-high with seven combined tackles (four solo) during their loss.

October 22, 2023: First Career Interception

On October 22, 2023, Bryan Cook recorded five combined tackles, one pass deflection, and made his first career interception against the Los Angeles Chargers.

December 9, 2023: Placed on Injured Reserve

On December 9, 2023, Bryan Cook was officially placed on injured reserve by the Chiefs due to an ankle injury, sidelining him for the remaining five games of the season.

2023: Chiefs Topped AFC West Without Cook

The Kansas City Chiefs finished the 2023 NFL season atop the AFC West with an 11–6 record, despite Bryan Cook being on injured reserve for the last five games.

February 11, 2024: Chiefs win Super Bowl LVIII

On February 11, 2024, the Kansas City Chiefs defeated the San Francisco 49ers in overtime 25–22 in Super Bowl LVIII.

October 7, 2024: Cook Intercepts Derek Carr

On October 7, 2024, Bryan Cook made two solo tackles, had a season-high two pass deflections, and intercepted a pass by Derek Carr against the New Orleans Saints.

2024: Chiefs Clinch First-Round Bye

The Kansas City Chiefs finished the 2024 NFL season with a 15–2 record, placing first in the AFC West and clinching a first-round bye.

January 18, 2025: Cook Starts in Playoff Game

On January 18, 2025, Bryan Cook made his first career start in a playoff game, recording six combined tackles in the Chiefs' win against the Houston Texans.

February 9, 2025: Started in Super Bowl LIX

On February 9, 2025, Bryan Cook started in Super Bowl LIX, recording four combined tackles, one pass deflection, and an interception in the Chiefs' loss against the Philadelphia Eagles.