History of Jake Browning in Timeline

Jacob Christopher Browning is an American football quarterback currently playing for the Cincinnati Bengals in the NFL. He played college football at the University of Washington before entering the NFL as an undrafted free agent in 2019, initially signing with the Minnesota Vikings.

April 11, 1996: Birth of Jake Browning

Jake Browning was born on April 11, 1996.

1997: Marques Tuiasosopo Makes History

In 1997, Marques Tuiasosopo became the first true freshman to start at quarterback for the Washington Huskies.

2000: Washington Huskies' Championship Drought Ends

The Washington Huskies ended their conference championship drought in 2000, marking their first title win since a previous unspecified year.

2016: Jake Browning's Breakout Sophomore Year

Jake Browning's exceptional performance in 2016 led the Washington Huskies to a 12-2 record and a conference championship. He earned several accolades, including Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Year and a sixth-place finish in the Heisman Trophy voting.

2017: Jake Browning's Record-Breaking Season

In 2017, Jake Browning started all 13 games for the Washington Huskies and broke the university's career touchdown passes record. He also achieved his highest throwing percentage and received several honors, including Academic All-Pac-12 second-team and honorable mention All-Pac-12.

2018: Jake Browning Leads Washington to Pac-12 Title and Rose Bowl Appearance

In 2018, Jake Browning led the Washington Huskies to their second Pac-12 title in three years and a Rose Bowl appearance, where they faced defeat against Ohio State. Browning also became the school's all-time passing leader during this season.

April 29, 2019: Jake Browning Signs with Minnesota Vikings

On April 29, 2019, Jake Browning signed with the Minnesota Vikings as an undrafted free agent.

August 31, 2019: Jake Browning Waived and Signed to Practice Squad

On August 31, 2019, Jake Browning was waived by the Minnesota Vikings and subsequently signed to their practice squad.

2019: Jake Browning Enters the NFL

In 2019, Jake Browning began his NFL career as an undrafted free agent, signing with the Minnesota Vikings.

January 12, 2020: Jake Browning Signs Reserve/Future Contract

On January 12, 2020, Jake Browning signed a reserve/future contract with the Minnesota Vikings.

September 5, 2020: Jake Browning Waived and Re-Signed to Practice Squad

On September 5, 2020, Jake Browning was waived by the Minnesota Vikings but re-signed to their practice squad the following day.

January 4, 2021: Jake Browning Signs Another Reserve/Future Contract

On January 4, 2021, Jake Browning signed another reserve/future contract with the Minnesota Vikings.

August 31, 2021: Jake Browning Waived by Vikings

On August 31, 2021, Jake Browning was waived by the Minnesota Vikings.

September 7, 2021: Jake Browning Joins Cincinnati Bengals Practice Squad

On September 7, 2021, Jake Browning signed with the Cincinnati Bengals practice squad.

February 15, 2022: Jake Browning Signs Reserve/Future Contract with Bengals

On February 15, 2022, Jake Browning signed a reserve/future contract with the Cincinnati Bengals.

August 30, 2022: Jake Browning Waived and Signed to Practice Squad Again

On August 30, 2022, Jake Browning was waived by the Cincinnati Bengals and subsequently signed to their practice squad.

January 31, 2023: Jake Browning Signs Another Reserve/Future Contract with Bengals

On January 31, 2023, Jake Browning signed another reserve/future contract with the Cincinnati Bengals.

September 10, 2023: Jake Browning's First Regular Season Snap

On September 10, 2023, Jake Browning played his first regular season snap for the Cincinnati Bengals in a game against the Cleveland Browns.

December 4, 2023: Jake Browning's First NFL Win

On December 4, 2023, Jake Browning achieved his first NFL victory, leading the Cincinnati Bengals to a 34-31 overtime win against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Notably, he also set a new record for the highest completion rate in a quarterback's first or second career start with an impressive 86.5 percent.

2023: Jake Browning Competes for Backup Quarterback Role

During the 2023 training camp, Jake Browning competed with Trevor Siemian for the backup quarterback position with the Cincinnati Bengals and ultimately secured the spot.