History of Dante Fowler in Timeline
Dante Fowler Jr. is a professional football defensive end currently playing for the Washington Commanders. Drafted third overall by the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2015 after playing college football at the University of Florida, he missed his rookie season due to an ACL injury. Fowler has also played for the Los Angeles Rams, Atlanta Falcons, and Dallas Cowboys throughout his NFL career.
August 3, 1994: Dante Fowler Jr. Born
On August 3, 1994, Dante Fowler Jr. was born. He is an American professional football player.
2012: Selected to Under Armour All-America Game
In 2012, Dante Fowler was selected to the Under Armour All-America Game following his senior season at Lakewood High School.
2012: Freshman Season at Florida
In 2012, as a freshman at the University of Florida, Dante Fowler played in all 13 games, recording 30 tackles and 2.5 sacks, and was named to multiple freshman all-American teams.
2013: Sophomore Season at Florida
In 2013, Dante Fowler started all 13 games for the Florida Gators and was named a team captain for the final two games, recording 50 tackles and 3.5 sacks.
November 19, 2014: Announcement to Leave School
On November 19, 2014, Dante Fowler tweeted that he would leave the University of Florida.
2014: Junior Season at Florida
In 2014, Dante Fowler recorded 60 tackles, 8.5 sacks, and two forced fumbles and was named first-team All-SEC.
May 8, 2015: Tore ACL and Missed Rookie Season
On May 8, 2015, Dante Fowler tore his ACL on the first day of mini-camp and missed his entire rookie season with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
2015: Drafted by Jacksonville Jaguars
In 2015, Dante Fowler Jr. was drafted third overall by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the NFL draft.
2015: Intention to Enter NFL Draft
In 2015, Dante Fowler announced his intention to forgo his remaining eligibility and enter the NFL draft.
2015: Birmingham Bowl Victory
In 2015, Dante Fowler played in the Birmingham Bowl vs East Carolina, where he recorded three sacks to help the Gators to victory.
September 11, 2016: NFL Debut
On September 11, 2016, Dante Fowler made his NFL debut against the Green Bay Packers, recording three tackles in a 27-23 loss.
2016: 2016 Murder of FIU student
In 2016, Fowler's younger brother, Donterio Fowler, was arrested in connection to the 2016 murder of a Florida International University student.
July 18, 2017: Arrested for Battery and Mischief
On July 18, 2017, Dante Fowler was arrested in St. Petersburg, Florida for simple battery and committing mischief.
September 10, 2017: First NFL Touchdown
On September 10, 2017, Dante Fowler scored his first NFL touchdown on a 53-yard fumble return against the Houston Texans.
March 1, 2018: Pleaded No Contest to Charges
On March 1, 2018, Dante Fowler pleaded no contest to battery, criminal mischief, and petty theft, receiving a fine, probation, and community service.
May 2, 2018: Jaguars declined fifth-year option
On May 2, 2018, the Jaguars declined the fifth-year option on Fowler's contract.
July 20, 2018: Suspended for violating personal conduct policy
On July 20, 2018, Dante Fowler was suspended for one game due to violating the league's personal conduct policy.
October 30, 2018: Traded to Los Angeles Rams
On October 30, 2018, Dante Fowler was traded to the Los Angeles Rams.
March 11, 2019: Signed Contract Extension with Rams
On March 11, 2019, Dante Fowler signed a one-year, $14 million contract extension with the Los Angeles Rams.
December 2019: NFLPA won grievance against Jaguars
In December 2019, the NFLPA won a grievance filed on Fowler's behalf, alleging that the Jaguars had improperly fined Fowler over $700,000. This incident reportedly led to the firing of Jaguars football operations chief Tom Coughlin.
2019: Rams Defeated by Patriots in Super Bowl
In 2019, Fowler and the Rams lost Super Bowl LIII against the Patriots 13-3. Fowler recorded 4 tackles in the loss.
March 25, 2020: Signed with the Atlanta Falcons
On March 25, 2020, Dante Fowler signed a three-year, $48 million contract with the Atlanta Falcons.
November 14, 2020: Placed on Reserve/COVID-19 list
On November 14, 2020, Dante Fowler was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list by the Atlanta Falcons.
2020: Fifth-Round Selection
In 2020, the Rams used a fifth-round selection to select Collin Johnson.
July 2021: Brother's Arrest
In July 2021, Fowler's younger brother, Donterio Fowler, was arrested in connection to a 2016 murder.
October 22, 2021: Placed on Injured Reserve
On October 22, 2021, Dante Fowler was placed on injured reserve with a knee injury.
November 14, 2021: Activated from Injured Reserve
On November 14, 2021, Dante Fowler was activated from injured reserve and played against the Cowboys.
February 16, 2022: Released by the Falcons
On February 16, 2022, Dante Fowler was released by the Atlanta Falcons.
March 18, 2022: Signed with the Dallas Cowboys
On March 18, 2022, Dante Fowler signed a one-year contract with the Dallas Cowboys.
March 21, 2023: Signed Another Contract with Cowboys
On March 21, 2023, Dante Fowler signed another one-year contract with the Dallas Cowboys.
March 15, 2024: Signed with the Washington Commanders
On March 15, 2024, Dante Fowler signed a one-year contract with the Washington Commanders.
