Career Timeline of Eric Saubert: Major Achievements and Milestones

Updated: March 26, 2025

Discover the career path of Eric Saubert, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Eric Saubert is a professional American football tight end currently playing for the Seattle Seahawks in the NFL. He played college football at Drake University. Saubert was selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the fifth round of the 2017 NFL Draft, marking the beginning of his professional career.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

December 5, 2016: Saubert Accepts Shrine Game Invitation

On December 5, 2016, Eric Saubert accepted an invitation to play in the 2017 East–West Shrine Game.

January 21, 2017: Saubert Plays in East-West Shrine Game

On January 21, 2017, Eric Saubert participated in the East-West Shrine Game, where the East team lost 10-3 to the West. He was targeted twice but did not record a reception.

January 26, 2017: Saubert Joins Senior Bowl

On January 26, 2017, Eric Saubert was a late addition to the 2017 Senior Bowl, joining Hue Jackson's South team.

March 28, 2017: Saubert Attends Iowa State Pro Day

On March 28, 2017, Eric Saubert attended Iowa State's pro day, performing combine and positional drills and working with Cincinnati Bengals tight ends coach Jonathan Hayes.

May 11, 2017: Saubert Signs with the Falcons

On May 11, 2017, Eric Saubert signed a four-year, $2.62 million contract with the Atlanta Falcons, including a $227,388 signing bonus.

August 12, 2019: Saubert Traded to Patriots

On August 12, 2019, Eric Saubert was traded to the New England Patriots for a conditional seventh-round draft pick in the 2020 NFL draft.

August 31, 2019: Saubert Released by Patriots

On August 31, 2019, Eric Saubert was released by the New England Patriots during final roster cuts.

September 1, 2019: Saubert Joins Raiders Practice Squad

On September 1, 2019, Eric Saubert signed with the Oakland Raiders' practice squad.

November 30, 2019: Saubert Signed by Bears

On November 30, 2019, Eric Saubert was signed by the Chicago Bears off the Raiders practice squad.

September 16, 2020: Saubert Waived by Bears

On September 16, 2020, Eric Saubert was waived by the Chicago Bears.

September 19, 2020: Saubert Joins Jaguars Practice Squad

On September 19, 2020, Eric Saubert was signed to the Jacksonville Jaguars practice squad.

November 21, 2020: Saubert Signed to Jaguars Active Roster

On November 21, 2020, Eric Saubert was signed to the active roster of the Jacksonville Jaguars.

May 3, 2021: Saubert Signs with Broncos

On May 3, 2021, Eric Saubert signed with the Denver Broncos.

May 4, 2022: Saubert Re-Signs with Broncos

On May 4, 2022, Eric Saubert re-signed with the Denver Broncos.

March 17, 2023: Saubert Signs with Dolphins

On March 17, 2023, Eric Saubert signed a one-year contract with the Miami Dolphins.

August 29, 2023: Saubert Placed on Injured Reserve

On August 29, 2023, Eric Saubert was placed on injured reserve by the Miami Dolphins.

October 24, 2023: Saubert Signs with Cowboys Practice Squad

On October 24, 2023, Eric Saubert was signed to the Dallas Cowboys practice squad.

October 31, 2023: Saubert Signed by Texans

On October 31, 2023, Eric Saubert was signed by the Houston Texans off the Cowboys practice squad.

April 8, 2024: Saubert Signs with 49ers

On April 8, 2024, Eric Saubert signed with the San Francisco 49ers.

March 24, 2025: Saubert Signs with Seahawks

On March 24, 2025, Eric Saubert signed with the Seattle Seahawks.

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