History of Christian Kirk in Timeline

Christian Kirk is a professional American football wide receiver currently playing for the Houston Texans in the NFL. Previously with the Arizona Cardinals, he was drafted in the second round of the 2018 NFL Draft. Before turning pro, Kirk played college football at Texas A&M University.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

November 18, 1996: Christian Kirk's Birth

On November 18, 1996, Christian Davon Kirk was born. He would later become a professional football wide receiver.

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2015: Freshman Season at Texas A&M

In 2015, as a true freshman at Texas A&M, Christian Kirk earned a starting job, recorded 1,009 receiving yards and seven touchdowns in 13 games, and led the NCAA with a 24.4-yard punt return average.

2016: Sophomore Season at Texas A&M

In 2016, during his sophomore year, Christian Kirk played 13 games with 928 receiving yards and nine touchdowns, while again leading the NCAA with a 21.7-yard punt return average.

2017: Junior Season at Texas A&M

In 2017, as a junior, Christian Kirk played in 13 games, catching 71 passes for 919 yards and 10 touchdowns. He later declared for the 2018 NFL draft.

May 14, 2018: Arrested for Disorderly Conduct

On May 14, 2018, it was revealed that Christian Kirk had been arrested for disorderly conduct and causing property damage in Scottsdale, Arizona, for an incident that occurred on February 3. He allegedly threw rocks at cars while intoxicated.

May 29, 2018: Charges Dropped

On May 29, 2018, all charges against Christian Kirk related to the February 3 incident were dropped.

December 3, 2018: Placed on Injured Reserve

On December 3, 2018, Christian Kirk was placed on injured reserve after suffering a broken foot in Week 13 of his rookie season with the Arizona Cardinals.

2018: Kirk Declares for the NFL Draft

In 2018, Christian Kirk declared for the NFL draft after his junior season at Texas A&M.

2018: Kirk Drafted by Arizona Cardinals

In 2018, Christian Kirk was selected by the Arizona Cardinals in the second round of the NFL draft.

2019: 2019 Season Performance

In 2019, Christian Kirk recorded 68 receptions for 709 receiving yards and three receiving touchdowns for the Arizona Cardinals.

2020: 2020 Season Performance

During the 2020 season, Christian Kirk had 48 receptions for 621 receiving yards and six receiving touchdowns in 14 games with the Arizona Cardinals.

January 2, 2021: Placed on Reserve/COVID-19 List

On January 2, 2021, Christian Kirk was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list by the Arizona Cardinals.

2021: Leading Receiver for Cardinals

In the 2021 season, Christian Kirk finished as the leading receiver for the Arizona Cardinals with a career-high 77 catches for 982 yards and five touchdowns.

March 16, 2022: Signed with Jacksonville Jaguars

On March 16, 2022, Christian Kirk signed a four-year, $72 million contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

2023: 2023 Season Performance and Injury

During the 2023 season, Christian Kirk recorded 57 receptions for 787 yards and three touchdowns in 12 games, before missing the last five games due to a core muscle injury.

2024: 2024 Season Injury

During the 2024 season, Christian Kirk played eight games with 27 receptions for 379 yards and one touchdown. On November 2, he was placed on injured reserve after suffering a season-ending broken collarbone.