History of Chase Winovich in Timeline
Chase Winovich is a retired American football player who was a defensive end in the NFL for five seasons. He played college football at the University of Michigan, earning accolades such as two-time All-Big Ten selection and All-American honors. Drafted by the New England Patriots in 2019, he played there for three seasons before joining the Cleveland Browns, Houston Texans, and Miami Dolphins.
April 19, 1995: Birth of Chase Winovich
Chase Camden Winovich was born on April 19, 1995.
February 5, 2014: Winovich Commits to Michigan
On February 5, 2014, Chase Winovich officially committed to play football at the University of Michigan.
2014: Redshirted Season
Chase Winovich did not appear in any games for the Michigan Wolverines during the 2014 season.
2014: Winovich Joins Michigan Football
Chase Winovich began his college football career at the University of Michigan in 2014.
November 2015: Chad Carr's Passing
Chad Carr, the grandson of former Michigan coach Lloyd Carr, tragically passed away from DIPG in November 2015.
2015: Limited Appearances
Chase Winovich appeared in six games for the Michigan Wolverines during the 2015 season.
2016: Transition to Defensive End
Chase Winovich switched positions to defensive end in 2016 after playing linebacker and tight end.
September 23, 2017: Winovich's Breakout Performance
On September 23, 2017, Chase Winovich had a standout game against Purdue, recording four tackles for a loss, including three sacks, earning him Co-Big Ten Conference Defensive Player of the Week.
December 2017: Supporting the ChadTough Foundation
In December 2017, Chase Winovich and his Michigan teammates dyed their hair orange for the Outback Bowl to raise awareness and funds exceeding $200,000 for the ChadTough Foundation, dedicated to fighting DIPG.
January 3, 2018: Winovich Returns for Senior Year
Chase Winovich announced his decision to return to Michigan for his fifth year on January 3, 2018.
October 1, 2018: Second Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week Award
Chase Winovich earned his second Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week recognition on October 1, 2018, after recording eight solo tackles and a sack against Northwestern, contributing to Michigan's comeback from a 17-point deficit.
2018: Winovich Earns All-American Honors
Chase Winovich received All-American honors in 2018 while playing college football for the Michigan Wolverines.
2018: Continued Support for ChadTough
Chase Winovich continued his efforts to raise awareness for DIPG in 2018, partnering with The ChadTough Foundation.
June 4, 2019: Signing with the Patriots
Chase Winovich officially signed a four-year contract with the New England Patriots on June 4, 2019, marking the beginning of his NFL career.
2019: Drafted into the NFL
Chase Winovich was selected by the New England Patriots in the third round of the 2019 NFL draft.
October 5, 2020: Controversial Play Against the Chiefs
During a game against the Kansas City Chiefs on October 5, 2020, Chase Winovich recorded a sack on Patrick Mahomes that resulted in a fumble, but the turnover was controversially overturned by the referees.
October 19, 2021: Placed on Injured Reserve
Chase Winovich was placed on injured reserve on October 19, 2021.
March 16, 2022: Traded to the Browns
Chase Winovich was traded to the Cleveland Browns on March 16, 2022, in exchange for Mack Wilson.
March 17, 2023: Signing with the Texans
Chase Winovich signed a one-year contract with the Houston Texans on March 17, 2023.
August 31, 2023: Joining the Dolphins Practice Squad
Chase Winovich was signed to the Miami Dolphins practice squad on August 31, 2023.
October 24, 2023: Retirement from the NFL
Chase Winovich announced his retirement from professional football on October 24, 2023.