History of Davante Adams in Timeline

Davante Lavell Adams is a professional American football wide receiver currently playing for the Las Vegas Raiders in the NFL. Before turning pro, he played college football at Fresno State for two seasons, earning All-American honors in 2013. He was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the second round of the 2014 NFL Draft. He played for the Packers until 2022, when he was traded to the Raiders.

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December 24, 1992: Davante Adams Born

On December 24, 1992, Davante Lavell Adams was born. He would become a professional football wide receiver.

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1993: Breaking Sterling Sharpe's Reception Record

In 2020, Davante Adams set a franchise best with 115 receptions, surpassing Sterling Sharpe's 1993 season record.

1994: Tying Sterling Sharpe's Record

In 2020, Davante Adams tied Sterling Sharpe's single-season franchise record from 1994, with 18 receiving touchdowns.

2007: Randy Moss's Touchdown Record

In 2020, Davante Adams tied Sterling Sharpe's single-season franchise record (1994) with 18 receiving touchdowns, the most since Randy Moss had 23 in 2007.

2011: Attended Fresno State

From 2011, Davante Adams attended California State University, Fresno, where he played on the Fresno State Bulldogs football team.

September 1, 2012: Collegiate Debut

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

2012: College Football with Derek Carr

In 2022, Davante Adams reunited with Derek Carr with whom he played college football with at Fresno State beginning in 2012.

December 27, 2013: Declared for the 2014 NFL Draft

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

2013: Named Second-Team All-American

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

2013: College Football with Derek Carr

In 2022, Davante Adams reunited with Derek Carr with whom he played college football with at Fresno State until 2013.

2013: Continued Productive Season

In the 2013 season, Davante Adams continued to be a productive member of the Bulldogs offense. He later declared for the NFL Draft.

2013: Attended Fresno State

Until 2013, Davante Adams attended California State University, Fresno, where he played on the Fresno State Bulldogs football team.

June 12, 2014: Signed Contract with the Packers

On June 12, 2014, Davante Adams signed a contract with the Green Bay Packers after being drafted by the team.

2014: Declared for the 2014 NFL Draft

In 2014, Davante Adams entered the NFL draft, forgoing his final two college seasons.

2014: Solid Rookie Season

In 2014, Davante Adams had a solid rookie season with 446 receiving yards and 3 touchdowns as the Packers' number three receiver. He also set a Packers rookie record for receiving yards in a playoff game with 117. Adams contributed to the 12-4 Packers.

2014: Drafted by the Green Bay Packers

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

2014: Adams and Rodgers at Green Bay

On October 15, 2024, Davante Adams was traded by the Raiders to the New York Jets, reuniting him with Aaron Rodgers, with whom he played from 2014 to 2021 with the Green Bay Packers.

2015: Second Season

In 2015, Davante Adams' second season saw him finish with 50 receptions for 483 yards and 1 touchdown, which was fourth on the team, though the star Jordy Nelson was not present.

2016: Named NFC Offensive Player of the Week

In 2016, Davante Adams had a successful season, being named NFC Offensive Player of the Week after a strong performance against the Chicago Bears in Week 7, catching 13 passes for 132 yards and two touchdowns. He finished as the Packers' second-leading receiver with 997 yards on 75 catches for 12 touchdowns.

2016: "Off-Season MVP"

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

December 29, 2017: Signed Contract Extension with Packers

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

2017: Named to first Pro Bowl

In 2017, Davante Adams started in 14 games, finished with 74 catches for 885 yards and 10 touchdowns, and was named to his first Pro Bowl.

2017: Named to First Pro Bowl and Signed Contract Extension

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

June 2, 2018: Marriage to Devanne Villarreal

On June 2, 2018, Davante Adams married Devanne Villarreal.

2018: Reached 1,000 Receiving Yards

In 2018, Davante Adams reached 1,000 receiving yards for the first time in his career and scored his tenth touchdown of the season, marking his third consecutive season of double-digit receiving touchdowns.

2018: Ranked 45th in NFL Top 100 Players

In 2018, Davante Adams was ranked 45th by his peers on the NFL Top 100 Players list after a successful 2017 season.

2019: 2019 Season Performance

In 2019, Davante Adams had several notable performances including a game against the Eagles where he recorded a career-high 180 receiving yards. He finished the season with 83 receptions for 997 receiving yards and five touchdowns and was named to his third consecutive Pro Bowl. In the Divisional Round against the Seahawks, Adams caught eight passes for a postseason-franchise record 160 yards and two touchdowns.

2019: Ranked 35th in NFL Top 100 Players

In 2019, Davante Adams was ranked 35th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players list after a successful 2018 season.

December 21, 2020: 2021 Pro Bowl Selection

On December 21, 2020, Davante Adams was selected for the 2021 Pro Bowl.

2020: Led the League in Receiving Touchdowns

In 2020, Davante Adams led the NFL in receiving touchdowns, marking a significant milestone in his career with the Green Bay Packers.

2020: NFL Top 100 Players of 2020

In 2020, Davante Adams was ranked 57th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2020.

January 8, 2021: 2020 All-Pro Team Selection

On January 8, 2021, Davante Adams was named to the 2020 All-Pro Team first-team.

December 23, 2021: Fifth Consecutive Pro Bowl Selection

On December 23, 2021, Davante Adams was named to his fifth consecutive Pro Bowl.

2021: Set Career Bests in Receptions and Receiving Yards

In 2021, Davante Adams set career-best records in both receptions and receiving yards, highlighting his performance with the Green Bay Packers.

2021: Missed games since 2021 season

In 2024, Davante Adams experienced his first missed games since the 2021 season due to a hamstring injury.

2021: Adams and Rodgers at Green Bay

On October 15, 2024, Davante Adams was traded by the Raiders to the New York Jets, reuniting him with Aaron Rodgers, with whom he played from 2014 to 2021 with 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: Trade to Las Vegas Raiders

On March 18, 2022, the Packers traded Davante Adams to the Las Vegas Raiders. Adams signed a five-year, $141.25M deal, becoming the highest-paid wide receiver in the NFL at the time. The trade reunited Adams with Derek Carr, his college quarterback.

December 21, 2022: Sixth Consecutive Pro Bowl Selection

On December 21, 2022, Davante Adams was named to his sixth consecutive Pro Bowl and earned first team All-Pro honors for the third time.

2022: NFL Top 100 Players of 2022

In 2022, Davante Adams was ranked seventh by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2022.

2022: Traded to Las Vegas Raiders, Signs Contract

In 2022, after contract negotiations failed with the Packers, Davante Adams was traded to the Las Vegas Raiders. He then signed a five-year, $141 million contract, making him the highest-paid wide receiver at the time.

2023: NFL Top 100 Players of 2023

In 2022, Davante Adams was ranked 13th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2023.

2023: Starred in Netflix's Receiver

In 2024, Davante Adams starred in the Netflix original series "Receiver", alongside other NFL players. The show covered Adams and other players during the 2023 NFL season.

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2023: 2023 Season Performance

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

October 15, 2024: Trade to New York Jets

On October 15, 2024, Davante Adams was traded by the Raiders to the New York Jets in exchange for a 2025 conditional mid-round draft selection. The trade reunited Adams with Aaron Rodgers.

2024: Hamstring Injury and Trade Request Reports

In 2024, Davante Adams injured his hamstring during practice, causing him to miss several games. During this time, reports surfaced that Adams had requested a trade from the Raiders.

2024: 2024 Season with the Jets

In 2024, Davante Adams played his first season with the Jets, finishing with 85 receptions for 1,063 yards and eight touchdowns. He reached 100 career receiving touchdowns.

2024: Traded to the New York Jets

In 2024, Davante Adams requested a trade and was dealt to the New York Jets, reuniting him with Aaron Rodgers.

2024: Stars in Netflix's Receiver

In 2024, Davante Adams starred in the Netflix original series "Receiver", alongside other NFL players. The show covered Adams and other players during the 2023 NFL season.

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March 4, 2025: Jets Release Adams

On March 4, 2025, Davante Adams was released by the Jets.

March 9, 2025: Agreement with Los Angeles Rams

On March 9, 2025, Davante Adams agreed to a two-year, $44 million deal with the Los Angeles Rams.

2025: Conditional Draft Pick

On October 15, 2024, The Raiders traded Adams to the New York Jets in exchange for a 2025 conditional mid-round draft selection. However, neither condition was met, so the Raiders ultimately received the Lions' 2025 third-round selection instead (which was later traded to the Seattle Seahawks for Geno Smith).