History of Jakobi Meyers in Timeline

Jakobi Meyers is an American football wide receiver currently playing for the Las Vegas Raiders in the NFL. He entered the league as an undrafted free agent, signing with the New England Patriots in 2019 after playing college football at NC State. Meyers has established himself as a reliable receiver known for his route running and sure hands.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

November 9, 1996: Jakobi Meyers' Birth

On November 9, 1996, Jakobi Meyers was born. He is an American professional football wide receiver.

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2015: Meyers Joins NC State

In 2015, Jakobi Meyers began playing at NC State. He was initially recruited as a quarterback but transitioned to wide receiver.

2017: Meyers' Three 100+ Yard Games

During the 2017 season at NC State, Jakobi Meyers had three games on the year going over 100 receiving yards: 112 against Florida State, 105 against Clemson, and 101 against North Carolina.

2018: Meyers' Impressive 2018 Season

During the 2018 season at NC State, Jakobi Meyers had five games exceeding 100 receiving yards and set a new single-season reception record for NC State with 92 receptions.

2018: Breaks NC State Record

In 2018, Jakobi Meyers broke Torry Holt's single-season receptions record for NC State with 92 receptions.

2019: Meyers Enters NFL Draft

After his junior season, Jakobi Meyers entered the 2019 NFL draft.

2019: Meyers Debuts with Patriots

In 2019, Jakobi Meyers signed with the New England Patriots as an undrafted free agent and debuted in the preseason opener against the Detroit Lions. He also played in Week 1 against the Pittsburgh Steelers, recording one reception for 22 yards.

2020: Career-High and Touchdown Passes

During the 2020 season, Jakobi Meyers had a career-high 12 receptions for 169 yards against the New York Jets, and threw two touchdown passes during the season, one to Rex Burkhead against the Baltimore Ravens and another to Cam Newton against the New York Jets.

March 13, 2022: Patriots Place Tender on Meyers

On March 13, 2022, the Patriots placed a second-round restricted free agent tender on Jakobi Meyers.

June 13, 2022: Meyers Signs Tender

On June 13, 2022, Jakobi Meyers signed the second-round tender, worth $3.9 million, with the Patriots.

March 16, 2023: Meyers Joins Raiders

On March 16, 2023, Jakobi Meyers signed a three-year, $33 million contract with the Las Vegas Raiders.

2023: Meyers' Raiders Debut

In 2023, Jakobi Meyers made his debut with the Raiders, securing two touchdowns in a 17-16 win over the Denver Broncos. He ended the 2023 season with 71 receptions for 807 yards and eight touchdowns.