Career Timeline of Dan Orlovsky: Major Achievements and Milestones
From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Dan Orlovsky made an impact.
Dan Orlovsky is a former NFL quarterback who played for 12 seasons, mainly as a backup. Currently, he works as an American football analyst for ESPN, providing commentary and insights on the sport.
March 1, 2009: Orlovsky signed with the Houston Texans
On March 1, 2009, Dan Orlovsky signed a 3-year, $9 million deal with the Houston Texans.
July 30, 2011: Orlovsky signed with the Indianapolis Colts
On July 30, 2011, Dan Orlovsky signed with the Indianapolis Colts as a free agent.
September 27, 2011: Orlovsky re-signed with the Indianapolis Colts
On September 27, 2011, after being cut from the team, Dan Orlovsky was re-signed by the Indianapolis Colts.
November 30, 2011: Orlovsky named starter for the Colts
On November 30, 2011, Dan Orlovsky was named the starting quarterback for the Indianapolis Colts, replacing the benched Curtis Painter.
December 18, 2011: Orlovsky wins first game as a starter in the NFL
On December 18, 2011, Dan Orlovsky and the Colts won their first game of the season against the Titans, after starting 0-13. This was Orlovsky's first official win as a starter in the NFL.
December 22, 2011: Orlovsky leads Colts to comeback victory over Texans
On December 22, 2011, Dan Orlovsky led the Colts on a 12-play, 78-yard drive in a comeback victory over the 10-4 Houston Texans with less than two minutes remaining in the game.
March 15, 2012: Orlovsky signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
On March 15, 2012, Dan Orlovsky signed a two-year contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
April 4, 2013: Orlovsky cut by the Buccaneers
On April 4, 2013, Dan Orlovsky was cut by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
April 8, 2013: Orlovsky re-signed with the Buccaneers
On April 8, 2013, just four days after being cut, Dan Orlovsky re-signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
April 2, 2014: Orlovsky signed with the Detroit Lions
On April 2, 2014, Dan Orlovsky signed with the Detroit Lions as their backup quarterback to Matthew Stafford.
March 2, 2015: Orlovsky re-signed with the Detroit Lions
On March 2, 2015, Dan Orlovsky re-signed with the Detroit Lions to a one-year contract.
March 11, 2016: Orlovsky re-signed with the Detroit Lions
On March 11, 2016, Dan Orlovsky re-signed with the Detroit Lions as their primary backup quarterback to Stafford.
July 20, 2017: Orlovsky signed with the Los Angeles Rams
On July 20, 2017, Dan Orlovsky signed with the Los Angeles Rams.
September 2, 2017: Orlovsky released by the Rams
On September 2, 2017, Dan Orlovsky was released by the Los Angeles Rams.
October 11, 2017: Orlovsky Retired from Football
On October 11, 2017, Dan Orlovsky announced his retirement from professional football and subsequently joined ESPN as an analyst.
May 18, 2022: Orlovsky Joined ESPN NFL Crew
On May 18, 2022, Dan Orlovsky joined the #2 ESPN NFL crew with Steve Levy and Louis Riddick Jr., replacing Brian Griese.
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