Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Cornelius Lucas
From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Cornelius Lucas made an impact.
Cornelius Lucas is an American professional football offensive tackle currently playing for the Washington Commanders in the NFL. He played college football at Kansas State University. Undrafted in 2014, he initially signed with the Detroit Lions. Throughout his NFL career, Lucas has also played for the Los Angeles Rams, New Orleans Saints, and Chicago Bears, demonstrating his experience with multiple teams across the league.
May 12, 2014: Signed as Undrafted Free Agent
On May 12, 2014, Cornelius Lucas was signed by the Detroit Lions as an undrafted free agent.
2014: Signed with Detroit Lions
In 2014, Cornelius Lucas signed with the Detroit Lions as an undrafted free agent.
2016: Played for the Lions
From 2014 to 2016, Cornelius Lucas played in 35 games and started six for the Detroit Lions.
March 9, 2017: Tendered by Lions
On March 9, 2017, Cornelius Lucas was tendered by the Detroit Lions as an exclusive-rights free agent.
September 3, 2017: Waived by Lions
On September 3, 2017, Cornelius Lucas was waived by the Detroit Lions.
September 12, 2017: Signed by Los Angeles Rams
On September 12, 2017, Cornelius Lucas was signed by the Los Angeles Rams.
April 16, 2018: Re-signed with the Rams
On April 16, 2018, Cornelius Lucas re-signed with the Los Angeles Rams.
August 31, 2018: Released by the Rams
On August 31, 2018, Cornelius Lucas was released by the Los Angeles Rams.
December 20, 2018: Signed by Saints
On December 20, 2018, Cornelius Lucas was signed by the New Orleans Saints.
December 27, 2018: Re-signed with Saints
On December 27, 2018, Cornelius Lucas re-signed with the New Orleans Saints after being released earlier.
January 23, 2019: Signed with the Chicago Bears
On January 23, 2019, Cornelius Lucas signed a reserve/future contract with the Chicago Bears.
March 27, 2020: Signed with Washington Football Team
On March 27, 2020, Cornelius Lucas signed with the Washington Football Team.
March 24, 2022: Re-signed with Washington
On March 24, 2022, Cornelius Lucas re-signed with the Washington Football Team on a two-year contract.
March 19, 2024: Re-signed with Commanders
On March 19, 2024, Cornelius Lucas re-signed with the Washington Commanders on a one-year, $4 million contract.
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