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, primarily as a backup. He is now a football analyst for ESPN, providing commentary and insights on the sport.
22 hours ago : Trey Hendrickson Seeks New Bengals Deal, Expresses Grievances at Practice
Trey Hendrickson is seeking a new deal with the Bengals and voiced his concerns at practice. He was present but not participating in Tuesday's workout. His future with the team is uncertain.
March 1, 2009: Orlovsky signs 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 signs 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 by the Colts
On September 27, 2011, after initially being cut, the Colts re-signed Dan Orlovsky.
November 30, 2011: Orlovsky named starter for the Colts
On November 30, 2011, Dan Orlovsky was named the starter for the Indianapolis Colts, replacing the benched Curtis Painter.
December 18, 2011: Orlovsky Wins First Game as a Starter
On December 18, 2011, Dan Orlovsky won his first game as a starter in the NFL with the Colts against the Titans, after the Colts started the season 0-13.
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 for a comeback victory over the Houston Texans with less than two minutes remaining in the game.
March 15, 2012: Orlovsky signed by Buccaneers
On March 15, 2012, Dan Orlovsky signed a two-year contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
April 4, 2013: Orlovsky cut by Buccaneers
On April 4, 2013, Dan Orlovsky was cut by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
April 8, 2013: Orlovsky re-signed by Buccaneers
On April 8, 2013, four days after being cut, Dan Orlovsky re-signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
April 2, 2014: Orlovsky signs with the 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 by the Lions
On March 2, 2015, Dan Orlovsky re-signed with the Detroit Lions to a one-year contract.
March 11, 2016: Orlovsky re-signed by 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 retires from football and joins ESPN
On October 11, 2017, Dan Orlovsky announced his retirement from professional football and joined ESPN as an analyst.
May 18, 2022: Orlovsky joins 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.
Mentioned in this timeline
Football is a family of team sports centered around kicking...
Los Angeles L A is the most populous city in...
John Matthew Stafford is a professional football quarterback currently playing...
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are a professional American football team...
Detroit Michigan's most populous city sits on the Detroit River...
The Los Angeles Rams are a professional American football team...
Trending
Lara Trump wife of Eric Trump and daughter-in-law of former President Donald Trump served as the co-chair of the Republican...
12 seconds ago SpaceX Launches 28 Starlink V2 Mini Satellites on Falcon 9 from Cape Canaveral.
60 minutes ago Rahm Emanuel & Admiral Franchetti Partner, Launches CPS ROTC Scholarship for Students.
1 hour ago Scherzer's Rehab Advances Amid Trade Rumors and Blue Jays' Pitching Concerns.
2 hours ago Erin Andrews' On-Air Mishap, Brady Intel Request: A Week of Unexpected Revelations
2 hours ago Jack Draper faces Carlos Alcaraz in Italian Open: Time and Viewing Guide
Popular
Pope Francis is the current head of the Catholic Church...
Michael Jordan also known as MJ is an American businessman...
Jupiter the fifth planet from the Sun is the Solar...
Cristiano Ronaldo often nicknamed CR is a highly decorated Portuguese...
LeBron James nicknamed King James is a professional basketball player...
Ronald Reagan the th U S President - was a...