History of Dane Jackson (American football) in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 14, 2025

Dane Jackson is an American football cornerback currently playing for the Buffalo Bills in the NFL. He was drafted by the Bills in the seventh round of the 2020 NFL draft after playing college football at Pittsburgh. He has also been associated with the Carolina Panthers. Jackson's career highlights center around his role as a cornerback in the NFL, contributing to his team's defensive efforts.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

November 29, 1996: Dane Jackson Born

On November 29, 1996, Dane Tyrez Jackson was born. He is now an American professional football cornerback.

June 24, 2014: Committed to Pittsburgh

On June 24, 2014, Dane Jackson committed to play college football at the University of Pittsburgh, choosing them over Bowling Green and Duquesne.

May 7, 2020: Signed with Buffalo Bills

On May 7, 2020, Dane Jackson signed a four-year contract with the Buffalo Bills.

September 5, 2020: Waived by Bills, Signed to Practice Squad

On September 5, 2020, Dane Jackson was waived by the Buffalo Bills and then signed to their practice squad the following day.

October 13, 2020: Elevated to Active Roster

On October 13, 2020, Dane Jackson was elevated to the Buffalo Bills' active roster due to injuries on the team, but reverted back to the practice squad after the game.

2020: Participated in Senior Bowl

In 2020, Dane Jackson participated in the Senior Bowl after a successful senior season at Pitt where he was named second-team all-Atlantic Coast Conference.

2020: Drafted by Buffalo Bills

In 2020, Dane Jackson was selected by the Buffalo Bills in the seventh round of the NFL draft after playing college football at Pittsburgh.

January 2, 2021: Elevated for Week 17 Game

On January 2, 2021, Dane Jackson was elevated to the active roster for the Buffalo Bills' Week 17 game against the Miami Dolphins.

January 26, 2021: Signed Reserves/Futures Contract

On January 26, 2021, Dane Jackson signed a reserves/futures contract with the Buffalo Bills.

September 19, 2022: Neck Injury

On September 19, 2022, Dane Jackson suffered a neck injury during a game against the Tennessee Titans, leading to his removal from the field in an ambulance. He was later released from the hospital after it was determined he avoided major damage.