Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Davante Adams

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Davante Adams made an impact.

Davante Lavell Adams is a professional American football wide receiver currently playing for the Los Angeles Rams in the NFL. He gained recognition during his college career at Fresno State, earning All-American honors in 2013. Adams was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the second round of the 2014 NFL Draft, marking the beginning of his successful NFL career.

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2011: Redshirted as a true freshman

In 2011, Davante Adams redshirted as a true freshman at Fresno State during his only season with head coach Pat Hill.

September 1, 2012: Collegiate Debut

On September 1, 2012, Davante Adams made his collegiate debut with 118 receiving yards and two touchdowns in a win over the Weber State Wildcats.

2012: Adams played with Derek Carr at Fresno State starting in 2012

Davante Adams began playing with Derek Carr at Fresno State starting in 2012.

December 27, 2013: Announced Entry into the 2014 NFL Draft

On December 27, 2013, Davante Adams announced his decision to forgo his final two college seasons and enter the 2014 NFL draft.

2013: Adams played with Derek Carr at Fresno State ending in 2013

Davante Adams's time playing with Derek Carr at Fresno State ended in 2013.

2013: Played on the Fresno State Bulldogs football team

From 2011 to 2013, Davante Adams played on the Fresno State Bulldogs football team at California State University, Fresno.

2013: Continued Productive Season

In 2013, Davante Adams continued to be a very productive member of the offense in the Bulldogs' 11–2 season, leading the nation with 131 receptions for 1,719 yards and 24 touchdowns and being named second-team All-America by The Associated Press.

2013: Named Second-Team All-American

In 2013, Davante Adams was named a second-team All-American for his performance in college football with the Fresno State Bulldogs.

June 12, 2014: Signed Contract with the Packers

On June 12, 2014, Davante Adams officially signed a contract with the Green Bay Packers.

2014: Adams began playing with Aaron Rodgers in 2014

Davante Adams began playing with Aaron Rodgers in 2014.

2014: Entered the 2014 NFL Draft

In 2014, Davante Adams entered the NFL Draft after announcing his intention to forgo his final two college seasons.

2014: NFL Debut and First Touchdown

In 2014, Davante Adams made his NFL debut and scored his first NFL touchdown on October 2 against the Minnesota Vikings.

2014: Drafted by Green Bay Packers

In 2014, Davante Adams was selected in the second round of the NFL draft by the Green Bay Packers.

January 11, 2015: Set Packers' Rookie Record for Playoff Receiving Yards

On January 11, 2015, Davante Adams set the Green Bay Packers' rookie record for receiving yards in a playoff game with 117 yards in the victory over the Dallas Cowboys.

2015: Second Season with the Packers

In 2015, Davante Adams had 50 receptions for 483 receiving yards and 1 touchdown for the Packers. He also missed three games after an ankle injury in Week 2.

2016: "Off-Season MVP" Award

Davante Adams' efforts preparing for the 2016 season earned him the unofficial "off-season MVP" award.

2016: Recorded Multiple Touchdowns and High Receiving Yards

In 2016, Davante Adams had a productive season with multiple touchdowns, including being named NFC Offensive Player of the Week in Week 7. He recorded 997 yards on 75 catches for 12 touchdowns.

December 29, 2017: Signed Four-Year Contract Extension with Packers

On December 29, 2017, Davante Adams signed a four-year, $58 million contract extension with the Green Bay Packers.

2017: Named to First Pro Bowl and Signed Contract Extension

In 2017, Davante Adams was named to his first Pro Bowl and subsequently signed a four-year, $58 million contract extension with the Green Bay Packers.

2017: Pro Bowl Selection and Injury

In 2017, Davante Adams was named to his first Pro Bowl. He suffered a concussion after a helmet-to-helmet hit in Week 4, but returned and finished the season with 74 catches for 885 yards and 10 touchdowns.

2018: Second Pro Bowl Selection and 1,000 Receiving Yards for First Time

In 2018, Davante Adams was named to his second Pro Bowl and achieved 1,000 receiving yards in a season for the first time in his career. He also reached his third consecutive season of double-digit receiving touchdowns.

2018: Ranked 45th on NFL Top 100 Players

In 2018, Davante Adams was ranked 45th by his peers on the NFL Top 100 Players list.

2019: Adams' performance in the 2019 season

In 2019, Davante Adams had a productive season with the Packers, including a game with a career-high 180 receiving yards against the Eagles. He finished the season with 83 receptions for 997 yards and five touchdowns, earning his third Pro Bowl selection.

2019: Ranked 35th on NFL Top 100 Players

In 2019, Davante Adams was ranked 35th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players list.

2020: Led the league in receiving touchdowns

In 2020, Davante Adams led the NFL in receiving touchdowns while playing for the Green Bay Packers.

2021: Adams played with Aaron Rodgers until 2021

Davante Adams played with Aaron Rodgers until 2021.

2021: Set Career Highs in Receptions and Receiving Yards

In 2021, Davante Adams achieved career-best statistics in receptions and receiving yards while playing for the Green Bay Packers.

March 8, 2022: Packers place franchise tag on Adams

On March 8, 2022, the Packers placed a franchise tag on Davante Adams.

March 18, 2022: Adams traded to the Raiders

On March 18, 2022, Davante Adams was traded to the Las Vegas Raiders and signed a five-year deal making him the highest-paid wide receiver in the NFL at that time.

2022: Traded to Las Vegas Raiders, Signed Contract

In 2022, Davante Adams was traded to the Las Vegas Raiders after contract negotiations failed with the Packers. He then signed a five-year, $141 million contract.

2023: Adams' performance in the 2023 season

In the 2023 season, Davante Adams started all 17 games, finishing with 103 receptions for 1,144 yards and eight touchdowns.

October 15, 2024: Adams traded to the New York Jets

On October 15, 2024, Davante Adams was traded to the New York Jets in exchange for a conditional draft pick and reunited with Aaron Rodgers whom he had played with from 2014 to 2021.

2024: Traded to the New York Jets

During the 2024 season, Davante Adams requested a trade and was subsequently traded to the New York Jets.

2024: Adams' season with the Jets in 2024

In 2024, Davante Adams finished the season with the Jets, recording 85 receptions for 1,063 yards and eight touchdowns. He also reached 100 career receiving touchdowns.