History of Courtland Sutton in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 17, 2026

Courtland Sutton is a professional American football wide receiver currently playing for the Denver Broncos in the NFL. He was drafted by the Broncos in the second round of the 2018 NFL draft after playing college football at SMU. Sutton is a key player for the Broncos' offense, known for his size, athleticism, and ability to make contested catches.

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October 10, 1995: Courtland Sutton's Birth

On October 10, 1995, Courtland Jaleel Sutton was born. He later became a professional football wide receiver for the Denver Broncos.

2013: High School Senior Year

In 2013, during his senior year at Brenham High School, Courtland Sutton was named first-team All-District as a tight end and second-team as a safety, with Brenham finishing as runner-up in the UIL 4A Division 2 state championship.

2014: Freshman Year at SMU

In 2014, Courtland Sutton played in two games as a true freshman at SMU before suffering an injury and taking a medical redshirt.

2015: Redshirt Freshman Season

In 2015, as a redshirt freshman, Courtland Sutton started all 12 games, recording 49 receptions for 862 yards and nine touchdowns for SMU. He also played in three games for SMU's basketball team after the football season.

2015: Broncos last playoff appearance

In 2024 Courtland Sutton helped the Broncos make the playoffs for the first time since 2015.

2016: Sophomore Season at SMU

In 2016, during his sophomore year, Courtland Sutton started all 12 games and had 76 receptions for 1,246 yards and 10 touchdowns.

December 22, 2017: Declared for 2018 NFL Draft

On December 22, 2017, Courtland Sutton officially declared that he would enter the 2018 NFL draft after completing his junior year.

2018: Declared for 2018 NFL Draft

In 2018, Courtland Sutton officially declared that he would enter the 2018 NFL draft after completing his junior year.

2018: Drafted by Denver Broncos

In 2018, Courtland Sutton was selected by the Denver Broncos in the second round (40th overall) of the NFL draft.

2019: 2019 NFL Season

In the 2019 season, Courtland Sutton recorded 72 receptions for 1,112 receiving yards and six receiving touchdowns.

September 22, 2020: Placed on Injured Reserve

On September 22, 2020, Courtland Sutton was placed on season-ending injured reserve after an MRI confirmed he suffered a torn ACL during a game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

November 22, 2021: Signed Contract Extension

On November 22, 2021, Courtland Sutton signed a four-year $60.8 million contract extension with the Broncos through the 2025 season.

2022: 2022 NFL Season

During the 2022 season, Courtland Sutton played in 15 games, making 64 receptions for 829 receiving yards with two receiving touchdowns.

2023: 2023 NFL Season

In the 2023 season, Courtland Sutton started in 14 games, had 59 receptions for 772 yards and ten touchdowns, including five consecutive games with a touchdown.

2024: 2024 NFL Season

In the 2024 season, Courtland Sutton had 81 receptions for 1,081 yards and eight touchdowns, helping the Broncos make the playoffs. He also threw a passing touchdown to Bo Nix.