History of Hank Baskett in Timeline

Hank Baskett is a former American professional football player who played wide receiver in the NFL. He was on the Minnesota Vikings, Philadelphia Eagles, and Indianapolis Colts throughout his career. Baskett's career highlights primarily focus on his time in the NFL. He is also known for his marriage to Kendra Wilkinson, a reality television personality, which brought him additional media attention outside of his football career.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

September 4, 1982: Hank Baskett's birth

On September 4, 1982, Henry Randall Baskett III, who would become a professional football player, was born.

2004: Leading Receiver and Offensive Player of the Year

In 2004, Hank Baskett was the leading receiver for the University of New Mexico's football team and earned the Reese Leroy Hill Memorial Award as the team's Offensive Player of the Year.

2005: Leading Receiver and Offensive Player of the Year

In 2005, Hank Baskett was again the leading receiver for the University of New Mexico's football team and earned the Reese Leroy Hill Memorial Award as the team's Offensive Player of the Year.

2006: Signing with Vikings and Trade to Eagles

In 2006, Hank Baskett initially signed with the Minnesota Vikings as an undrafted free agent but was subsequently traded to the Philadelphia Eagles for wide receiver Billy McMullen.

2006: Character in "The Silver Linings Playbook" becomes a fan

In 2006, the central character Pat Peoples in the novel "The Silver Linings Playbook" by Matthew Quick became a fan of Hank Baskett and received his jersey as a gift.

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2007: Awarded Rookie of the Week and Special Teams MVP

In 2007, Hank Baskett was awarded Rookie of the Week honors for his performance and was named the special teams Most Valuable Player (MVP).

2008: Played in 16 games for the Eagles.

In 2008, Hank Baskett played in 16 games for the Eagles, recording 33 receptions, 440 yards, and three touchdowns.

June 7, 2009: Premiere of "Kendra"

On June 7, 2009, the reality TV show "Kendra", co-starring Hank Baskett, premiered on E! with record-breaking numbers.

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June 27, 2009: Marriage to Kendra Wilkinson

On June 27, 2009, Hank Baskett married former Playboy model Kendra Wilkinson at the Playboy Mansion.

September 15, 2009: Released by the Eagles

On September 15, 2009, Hank Baskett was released by the Philadelphia Eagles to make room for Michael Vick on the 53-man roster.

September 17, 2009: Signed with the Indianapolis Colts

On September 17, 2009, Hank Baskett signed a one-year contract with the Indianapolis Colts after Anthony Gonzalez suffered a knee injury.

December 11, 2009: Birth of son Henry Randall "Hank" Baskett IV

On December 11, 2009, Hank Baskett and Kendra Wilkinson welcomed their son, Henry Randall "Hank" Baskett IV, into the world.

2009: Joined the Colts

In 2009, Hank Baskett joined the Indianapolis Colts, furthering his career in the NFL.

2009: Marriage to Kendra Wilkinson and co-starring on "Kendra"

In 2009, Hank Baskett married Kendra Wilkinson, a Playboy model, and began co-starring with her on the reality TV series "Kendra", which followed Kendra's life.

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February 7, 2010: Super Bowl XLIV Appearance

On February 7, 2010, during Super Bowl XLIV, Hank Baskett failed to recover an onside kick, which contributed to a New Orleans Saints touchdown; the Saints won the game 31-17.

March 12, 2010: Signed One-Year Contract with Eagles

On March 12, 2010, Hank Baskett signed a one-year contract with the Philadelphia Eagles for $800,000.

June 8, 2010: Season 2 finale of "Kendra"

On June 8, 2010, Season 2 of the reality TV show "Kendra", which Hank Baskett co-starred in, concluded.

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September 21, 2010: Released by the Eagles

On September 21, 2010, Hank Baskett was released by the Philadelphia Eagles.

September 22, 2010: Re-signed with the Vikings

On September 22, 2010, Hank Baskett re-signed with the Minnesota Vikings and played mostly on special teams.

November 2010: Third Season of "Kendra" aired

In November 2010, the third season of the TV show "Kendra", in which Hank Baskett co-starred, began airing.

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2010: Returned to the Eagles and signed with the Vikings

In 2010, Hank Baskett returned to the Philadelphia Eagles but was later released and signed with the Minnesota Vikings.

March 3, 2011: Not tendered by Vikings

On March 3, 2011, Hank Baskett was not tendered a contract by the Minnesota Vikings, making him an unrestricted free agent and effectively ending his NFL career.