History of Dre'Mont Jones in Timeline

Dre'Mont Jones is an American professional football linebacker currently playing for the Tennessee Titans in the NFL. He honed his skills playing college football for the Ohio State Buckeyes, showcasing his talent before transitioning to the professional league. He is known for his skills as a linebacker.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

January 5, 1997: Dre'Mont Jones Born

On January 5, 1997, Dre'Mont Jones, an American professional football linebacker, was born.

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June 18, 2014: Commitment to Ohio State University

On June 18, 2014, Dre'Mont Jones committed to Ohio State University to continue his football career.

2015: Redshirted as a Freshman

In 2015, Dre'Mont Jones redshirted during his first year of eligibility as a true freshman at Ohio State University.

2016: Freshman All-American Honors

In 2016, during his redshirt freshman season, Dre'Mont Jones started 10 or more games and racked up 52 total tackles, earning Freshman All-American honors from the Football Writers Association of America.

2017: All-Big Ten Conference Selection

In 2017, Dre'Mont Jones finished the season with 20 total tackles, including 5 tackles for a loss and one sack and was selected to the third-team All-Big Ten Conference.

2018: First-Team All-Big Ten Conference Selection

In 2018, Dre'Mont Jones started all 14 games as a redshirt junior for Ohio State, was selected to the first-team All-Big Ten Conference, and became the first defensive lineman in OSU history to score two defensive touchdowns in a single season.

2018: Return to School Despite NFL Draft Speculation

In 2018, despite speculation and being listed as a top draft-eligible defensive tackle, Dre'Mont Jones decided to return to school for his junior season.

2019: Enters the NFL Draft

After the 2018 season, Dre'Mont Jones decided to forgo his senior year and enter the 2019 NFL draft.

2019: Drafted by the Denver Broncos and AFC Defensive Player of the Week

In 2019, Dre'Mont Jones was selected by the Denver Broncos in the third round of the NFL Draft. He recorded his first career sack against the Minnesota Vikings, his first interception against the Los Angeles Chargers, and won AFC Defensive Player of the Week after a game against the Detroit Lions.

September 22, 2020: Placed on Injured Reserve

On September 22, 2020, Dre'Mont Jones was placed on injured reserve with a knee injury.

December 17, 2022: Placed on Season-Ending Injured Reserve

On December 17, 2022, Dre'Mont Jones was placed on season-ending injured reserve after suffering a hip injury during a game against the Chiefs in Week 14.