History of Gunner Olszewski in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: August 10, 2025

Kaleb "Gunner" Olszewski is an American professional football wide receiver and return specialist currently playing for the New York Giants in the NFL. Before joining the Giants, he played for the New England Patriots and the Pittsburgh Steelers. He played college football as a cornerback for the Bemidji State Beavers.

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September 30, 1928: Al Bloodgood sets club record

On September 30, 1928, Al Bloodgood set a club record of 95 yards.

November 26, 1996: Kaleb Gunner Olszewski Born

On November 26, 1996, Kaleb Gunner Olszewski, an American professional football wide receiver and return specialist, was born.

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2000: Troy Brown's Patriot Record

In a game against the Chargers, Kaleb Olszewski had four returns for 80 yards, with three returns of 20+ yards, a feat last accomplished by a Patriot in 2000 by Troy Brown.

2012: Leodis McKelvin's punt return record

In 2012, Leodis McKelvin set a punt return record since the AFL-NFL merger with 18.7 yards per return, a record only surpassed by Kaleb Olszewski later on.

2015: Named NSIC Newcomer of the Year

In 2015, during his freshman season at Bemidji State University, Kaleb Olszewski was named Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) Newcomer of the Year.

2018: Won Defensive Player of the Year in the NSIC

In 2018, as a senior at Bemidji State University, Kaleb Olszewski won the Defensive Player of the Year award in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC).

May 23, 2019: Signed with the New England Patriots

On May 23, 2019, Kaleb Olszewski signed an undrafted free agent contract with the New England Patriots after being invited to their rookie minicamp. The contract was a three-year deal including a $2,500 signing bonus.

November 19, 2019: Placed on Injured Reserve

On November 19, 2019, Kaleb Olszewski was placed on injured reserve due to ankle and hamstring injuries.

September 12, 2020: Placed on Injured Reserve

On September 12, 2020, Kaleb Olszewski was placed on injured reserve due to a foot injury.

2020: Named to 2020 AP All-Pro First Team

In January 2021, Kaleb Olszewski was recognized for his performance in the 2020 season, being named to the AP All-Pro first team as a punt returner. He received 28 of 50 votes for the punt returner position.