Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Jalen Ramsey

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Jalen Ramsey made an impact.

Jalen Ramsey is an American professional football cornerback currently playing for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the NFL. He was drafted fifth overall by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the 2016 NFL Draft after playing college football at Florida State University. Ramsey is known as one of the top cornerbacks in the league.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

November 9, 2013: Touchdown against Wake Forest

On November 9, 2013, Jalen Ramsey recorded a 23-yard fumble return for a touchdown in the 59–3 victory over Wake Forest.

March 29, 2016: Participation in Florida State's Pro Day

On March 29, 2016, Jalen Ramsey participated at Florida State's pro day, attended by team representatives and scouts from 31 NFL teams.

May 22, 2016: Signing with Jacksonville Jaguars

On May 22, 2016, the Jacksonville Jaguars signed Jalen Ramsey to a four-year, $23.35 million rookie contract.

September 11, 2016: NFL Regular Season Debut

On September 11, 2016, Jalen Ramsey made his professional regular season debut for the Jacksonville Jaguars against the Green Bay Packers.

December 18, 2016: First Career Interception

On December 18, 2016, Jalen Ramsey recorded his first career interception off a pass thrown by Brock Osweiler in a game against the Houston Texans.

December 24, 2016: First Career Touchdown and AFC Defensive Player of the Week

On December 24, 2016, Jalen Ramsey scored his first career touchdown and was named AFC Defensive Player of the Week after a game against the Tennessee Titans.

2016: Entry into the NFL Draft

After his junior year, Jalen Ramsey announced his intention to forgo his senior season and enter the 2016 NFL draft.

2016: Drafted by Jacksonville Jaguars

In 2016, Jalen Ramsey was selected by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the first round (fifth overall) of the NFL draft.

2017: Pro Bowl and All-Pro Selection

In 2017, Jalen Ramsey made the Pro Bowl and was named an All-Pro, also helping Jacksonville snap a 10-year playoff drought.

January 7, 2018: First Postseason Interception

On January 7, 2018, Jalen Ramsey recorded his first career postseason interception during a game against the Buffalo Bills.

April 25, 2019: Fifth-Year Option Exercised

On April 25, 2019, the Jacksonville Jaguars exercised the fifth-year option on Jalen Ramsey's rookie contract.

October 15, 2019: Trade to the Los Angeles Rams

On October 15, 2019, the Jacksonville Jaguars traded Jalen Ramsey to the Los Angeles Rams.

December 21, 2019: First Interception as a Ram

On December 21, 2019, Jalen Ramsey recorded his first interception as a member of the Los Angeles Rams during a game against the San Francisco 49ers on Saturday Night Football.

2019: Trade to the Los Angeles Rams

Midway through the 2019 season, Jalen Ramsey was traded to the Los Angeles Rams following a fallout with the Jaguars' front office.

September 9, 2020: Contract Extension with Rams

On September 9, 2020, Jalen Ramsey signed a five-year, $100 million contract extension with the Los Angeles Rams, making him the highest-paid defensive back in NFL history at that time.

September 13, 2020: Started in Rams' home-opener against Cowboys

On September 13, 2020, Jalen Ramsey started in the Los Angeles Rams' home-opener against the Dallas Cowboys. He recorded a season-high of six solo tackles and one pass deflection during the Rams' 20–17 victory.

October 4, 2020: Recorded five combined tackles against the New York Giants

On October 4, 2020, Jalen Ramsey recorded five combined tackles (four solo) as the Rams defeated the New York Giants 17–9. Following the game, Ramsey was involved in a physical altercation with Golden Tate, his ex-girlfriend's brother, due in part to Ramsey's comments against Tate's sister.

October 26, 2020: Made interception against the Chicago Bears

On October 26, 2020, Jalen Ramsey had four solo tackles, one pass deflection, and made his only interception of the season on a pass by Nick Foles during a 24–10 win against the Chicago Bears.

2020: Contract Extension with the Rams

In 2020, Jalen Ramsey agreed to an extension with the Rams that made him the highest-paid defensive back in league history at the time.

June 13, 2021: Announced number change to No. 5

On June 13, 2021, Jalen Ramsey announced during the Rams minicamp that he would change his number to No. 5 per the new NFL jersey number rule.

September 12, 2021: Racked up season-high nine combined tackles against the Chicago Bears

On September 12, 2021, Jalen Ramsey started in the Los Angeles Rams' home-opener against the Chicago Bears and racked up a season-high nine combined tackles (seven solo) and broke up a pass during a 34–14 victory.

January 17, 2022: Rams defeated the Arizona Cardinals in the Wildcard Game

On January 17, 2022, the Los Angeles Rams defeated the Arizona Cardinals in the Wildcard Game 34–11.

January 30, 2022: Rams defeated the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC Championship Game

On January 30, 2022, Jalen Ramsey had one solo tackle and two pass deflections as the Rams defeated the San Francisco 49ers 20–17 in the NFC Championship Game to advance to the Super Bowl.

February 13, 2022: Started in Super Bowl LVI, earning first Super Bowl ring

On February 13, 2022, Jalen Ramsey started in Super Bowl LVI and recorded four combined tackles and had one pass deflection as the Rams defeated the Cincinnati Bengals in a 23–20 comeback, earning Ramsey his first career Super Bowl ring.

December 25, 2022: Intercepted a pass against the Denver Broncos

On December 25, 2022, Jalen Ramsey made five combined tackles, three pass deflections, and intercepted a pass thrown by Russell Wilson as the Rams routed the Denver Broncos 51–14.

January 8, 2023: Set season-high with two interceptions against the Seattle Seahawks

On January 8, 2023, Jalen Ramsey made five solo tackles, tied his season-high of three pass deflections, and set a season-high with two interceptions off pass attempts thrown by Geno Smith during a 19-16 overtime loss at the Seattle Seahawks.

March 15, 2023: Traded to the Miami Dolphins

On March 15, 2023, the Miami Dolphins traded Hunter Long and a 2023 third-round pick to the Los Angeles Rams and in return received Jalen Ramsey.

October 28, 2023: Activated from injured reserve

On October 28, 2023, the Dolphins officially activated Jalen Ramsey from injured reserve and added him to their active roster. He was immediately named the No. 1 starting cornerback.

October 29, 2023: Made Dolphins' debut and intercepted a pass

On October 29, 2023, Jalen Ramsey made his Miami Dolphins' debut and recorded one solo tackle, a pass deflection, and intercepted a pass by Mac Jones to wide receiver Kendrick Bourne during a 31–17 win against the New England Patriots.

2023: Trade to the Dolphins

During the 2023 offseason, Jalen Ramsey was traded to the Miami Dolphins.

September 6, 2024: Signed contract extension with the Miami Dolphins

On September 6, 2024, the Miami Dolphins signed Jalen Ramsey to a three–year, $72.3 million contract extension that includes $24.23 million guaranteed upon signing, making him the highest-paid cornerback in the NFL.

April 15, 2025: Dolphins to seek trade partners for Ramsey

On April 15, 2025, Dolphins general manager Chris Grier announced that the team and Jalen Ramsey would be seeking potential trade partners after mutually agreeing to part ways.

June 30, 2025: Traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers

On June 30, 2025, Jalen Ramsey, along with Jonnu Smith and a 2027 seventh-round pick, was traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for Minkah Fitzpatrick and a 2027 fifth-round pick.