Rise to Success: Career Highlights of David Andrews (American football)
How David Andrews (American football) built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
David Andrews is a professional American football center. He played college football at the University of Georgia for the Georgia Bulldogs. He currently plays in the NFL. His career is focused on the center position in professional football.
2008: Wesleyan Wins State Championship
In 2008, Wesleyan, where Andrews played, won the GHSA Class A state championship.
February 2010: Committed to Georgia Bulldogs
In February 2010, Andrews committed to play football for the Georgia Bulldogs.
2011: Ranked as No. 9 Center Prospect
In 2011, Andrews was ranked as the No. 9 center prospect by Rivals.com.
May 8, 2015: Signed with New England Patriots
On May 8, 2015, Andrews signed with the New England Patriots as an undrafted free agent.
2016: Started All Regular Season Games and Super Bowl LI
In 2016, Andrews started all 16 regular-season games and Super Bowl LI, where the Patriots rallied from a 28-3 deficit to win 34-28 against the Atlanta Falcons.
May 12, 2017: Signed Three-Year Contract Extension
On May 12, 2017, Andrews signed a three-year contract extension with the Patriots.
September 5, 2017: Named Patriots Captain
On September 5, 2017, Andrews was named a Patriots captain for the first time.
2018: Started All Games and Won Super Bowl LIII
In 2018, Andrews started all 16 games and won Super Bowl LIII with the Patriots, defeating the Los Angeles Rams 13-3.
August 31, 2019: Placed on Injured Reserve
On August 31, 2019, Andrews was placed on season-ending injured reserve due to a pulmonary embolism.
September 26, 2020: Placed on Injured Reserve
On September 26, 2020, Andrews was placed on injured reserve after undergoing thumb surgery.
2020: Contract Extension Year
2020 marked the end of Andrews' three year contract extension with the Patriots.
March 22, 2021: Re-signed with the Patriots
On March 22, 2021, Andrews re-signed with the Patriots on a four-year deal.
2022: Starting Center for Patriots
Andrews remained the starting center for the Patriots in the 2022 season.
2023: Starting Center for Patriots
Andrews remained the starting center for the Patriots in the 2023 season.
October 4, 2024: Placed on Injured Reserve
On October 4, 2024, Andrews was placed on season-ending injured reserve due to a shoulder injury suffered in Week 4.
