Career Timeline of Jake Funk: Major Achievements and Milestones
Discover the career path of Jake Funk, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Jake Funk is an American professional football running back who played college football at the University of Maryland. He notably averaged 129 rushing yards per game during the shortened 2020 season and led the Big Ten Conference in rushing yards per carry with 8.6. Funk was drafted by the Los Angeles Rams in the seventh round of the 2021 NFL Draft. He contributed to the Rams' Super Bowl-winning season in 2021.
2015: Named Maryland Gatorade Player of the Year
In 2015, Jake Funk was named the Maryland Gatorade Player of the Year and The Washington Post All-Metro Offensive Player of the Year. He also received two consensus all-state selections that same year.
2016: College Debut
In 2016, Jake Funk debuted in a game against Howard University, rushing for 59 yards and a touchdown. He also caught his first career touchdown pass that year against Purdue.
May 16, 2021: Signs Rookie Contract with the Rams
On May 16, 2021, Jake Funk signed his four-year rookie contract with the Los Angeles Rams, expressing his anticipation for his role as a special teams player.
October 18, 2021: Funk Placed on Injured Reserve
On October 18, 2021, Jake Funk was placed on injured reserve due to a hamstring injury announced by coach Sean McVay the day after a Week 6 win over the New York Giants.
October 11, 2022: Waived by the Los Angeles Rams
On October 11, 2022, Jake Funk was waived by the Los Angeles Rams.
October 12, 2022: Signed to Saints Practice Squad
On October 12, 2022, Jake Funk was signed to the practice squad of the New Orleans Saints.
November 10, 2022: Signed to Colts Practice Squad
On November 10, 2022, Jake Funk was signed to the Indianapolis Colts practice squad.
August 29, 2023: Waived by Colts and Re-signed to Practice Squad
On August 29, 2023, Jake Funk was waived by the Colts and subsequently re-signed to the practice squad.
October 10, 2023: Signed to Dolphins Practice Squad
On October 10, 2023, Jake Funk was signed to the Miami Dolphins practice squad.
November 18, 2023: Released by Dolphins
On November 18, 2023, Jake Funk was released from the Miami Dolphins practice squad.
December 19, 2023: Signed to Ravens Practice Squad
On December 19, 2023, Jake Funk was signed to the Baltimore Ravens practice squad.
January 10, 2024: Released by Ravens
On January 10, 2024, Jake Funk was released from the Baltimore Ravens practice squad.
January 23, 2024: Signed to Lions Practice Squad
On January 23, 2024, Jake Funk signed with the practice squad of the Detroit Lions.
January 30, 2024: Signed Reserve/Future Contract
On January 30, 2024, Jake Funk signed a reserve/future contract with the Detroit Lions.
August 27, 2024: Waived by Detroit Lions
On August 27, 2024, Jake Funk was waived by the Detroit Lions.
October 1, 2024: Signed to Jaguars Practice Squad
On October 1, 2024, Jake Funk signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars practice squad.
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