History of Darnell Wright in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 25, 2024

Darnell Wright is an American football offensive tackle for the Chicago Bears. He was drafted tenth overall in 2023 after playing college football at the University of Tennessee.

August 10, 2001: Birth of Darnell Wright

Darnell Marquies Wright was born on August 10, 2001.

2016: Early Recognition in High School

Darnell Wright's talent was recognized early in his high school career when he was selected for the 2016 Class AAA Football All-State Second Offensive Team.

2017: High School Success

In 2017, Wright won the Class AAA State Basketball Championship with Huntington High School and was selected for the Class AAA Football All-State First Offensive Team.

2018: Continued Success in High School

Wright continued his success in 2018, winning the state title for shot-put and earning a spot on the Class AAA Football All-State First Offensive Team.

2019: Freshman Season at Tennessee

During his freshman year at Tennessee in 2019, Wright played in 11 games, started seven, and was named to the SEC All-Freshman Team.

2019: Selected for the Under Armour All-America Game and Commits to Tennessee

In 2019, Darnell Wright was named to the roster for the Under Armour All-America Game and committed to playing college football at the University of Tennessee.

2020: Sophomore Season at Tennessee

Wright made nine starts during his sophomore season at Tennessee in 2020.

2021: Junior Season at Tennessee

In 2021, Wright started 13 games during his junior season at Tennessee.

2022: Senior Season at Tennessee and Projected Top NFL Prospect

In 2022, Wright was projected as a top prospect for the 2023 NFL draft and was named first-team All-SEC for his performance.

2023: Drafted by the Chicago Bears

In 2023, Darnell Wright was selected by the Chicago Bears as the tenth overall pick in the first round of the NFL Draft.

2023: Participates in the Reese's Senior Bowl

Wright participated in the 2023 Reese's Senior Bowl representing the American Team under Chicago Bears' Offensive Coordinator, Luke Getsy.

2023: Rookie Season with the Chicago Bears

Wright started in all 17 games as a rookie in 2023, was named in the Top 5 Most Impactful Bears of 2023 by USA Today Sports, and was selected for the 2023 NFL All-Rookie Team.