History of Daniel Muir in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: July 4, 2024

"Daniel Travanti Muir is a former American football defensive tackle who played in the NFL. He entered the league as an undrafted free agent in 2007 with the Green Bay Packers. Muir played college football at Kent State and went on to play for various teams, including the Indianapolis Colts, St. Louis Rams, New York Jets, Kansas City Chiefs, Houston Texans, and Oakland Raiders."

September 12, 1983: Birth of Daniel Muir

Daniel Muir was born on September 12, 1983. He would go on to play in the NFL.

2002: NCAA Eligibility Guidelines Delay Muir's College Football Debut

Due to NCAA initial eligibility guidelines, Daniel Muir did not play college football in 2002.

2003: Muir's Freshman Season at Kent State

In 2003, Daniel Muir started the first 11 games of his freshman season at Kent State before losing the starting position to a senior. He finished the season with impressive stats, including 46 tackles.

2004: Muir's Sophomore Season at Kent State

Daniel Muir continued to excel in his sophomore year at Kent State, starting 11 games and recording 48 tackles and 4.5 sacks.

2005: Muir Earns Second-team All-MAC Honors

Muir's junior year at Kent State saw him earn Second-team All-MAC honors for his performance on the field, including 52 tackles and 3 sacks.

2006: Muir's Senior Season at Kent State

In his final year at Kent State, Daniel Muir started 12 games, showcasing his consistency and skill, and recorded 52 tackles and 5.5 sacks.

May 4, 2007: Muir Signs with Green Bay Packers

After going undrafted, Daniel Muir signed with the Green Bay Packers on May 4, 2007.

2007: Muir Makes Packers Roster as Undrafted Rookie

Daniel Muir secured a spot on the Green Bay Packers' roster as the only undrafted rookie to do so. He played in three games that season.

2008: Colts Claim Muir After Packers Release

Following his release from the Packers, Daniel Muir was claimed off waivers by the Indianapolis Colts in 2008.

2008: Packers Waive Muir

The Green Bay Packers waived Daniel Muir before the start of the 2008 season.

April 25, 2009: Muir Marries College Sweetheart

Daniel Muir married his college sweetheart, Kristin Wright, on April 25, 2009.

April 13, 2010: Muir Signs One-Year Contract with Colts

Daniel Muir signed a one-year, $1.7 million contract extension with the Indianapolis Colts on April 13, 2010.

July 31, 2011: Muir Signs with St. Louis Rams

Daniel Muir joined the St. Louis Rams on July 31, 2011, after signing a one-year contract worth $1.85 million.

September 3, 2011: Rams Release Muir

The St. Louis Rams released Daniel Muir on September 3, 2011.

October 10, 2011: Muir Returns to Indianapolis Colts

Daniel Muir re-signed with the Indianapolis Colts on October 10, 2011.

November 8, 2011: Colts Waive Muir Again

The Indianapolis Colts waived Daniel Muir for the second time on November 8, 2011.

March 23, 2012: Muir Rejoins Green Bay Packers

Daniel Muir signed with the Green Bay Packers for a second stint on March 23, 2012.

August 31, 2012: Packers Release Muir Again

The Green Bay Packers released Daniel Muir on August 31, 2012, marking the end of his second stint with the team.

October 10, 2012: Muir Signs with New York Jets

Daniel Muir signed with the New York Jets on October 10, 2012.

October 30, 2012: Jets Waive Muir

The New York Jets waived Daniel Muir on October 30, 2012.

January 18, 2013: Muir Signs Reserve/Future Contract with Kansas City Chiefs

Daniel Muir signed a reserve/future contract with the Kansas City Chiefs on January 18, 2013.

June 14, 2013: Chiefs Release Muir

The Kansas City Chiefs released Daniel Muir on June 14, 2013.

July 25, 2013: Muir Signs with Houston Texans

Daniel Muir signed with the Houston Texans on July 25, 2013.

August 31, 2013: Texans Release Muir with Injury Settlement

The Houston Texans released Daniel Muir on August 31, 2013, due to an injury settlement.

October 9, 2013: Muir Signs with Oakland Raiders

Daniel Muir signed with the Oakland Raiders on October 9, 2013.

June 16, 2024: Muir's Son Reported Missing

Daniel Muir's 14-year-old son, Bryson, went missing on June 16, 2024.

June 27, 2024: Muir Named Person of Interest in Son's Disappearance

Indiana State Police named Daniel Muir as a person of interest in the disappearance of his son, Bryson, on June 27, 2024.

July 3, 2024: Muir's Son Found, Muir and Wife Arrested

Bryson Muir was found on July 3, 2024, and placed in child services. Daniel Muir was arrested for obstruction of justice and domestic battery, while his wife, Kristin, was arrested for obstruction of justice.