Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Jalen Ramsey

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

Jalen Ramsey is a prominent American football cornerback currently playing for the Miami Dolphins in the NFL. He was drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars as the fifth overall pick in the 2016 NFL draft after a successful college football career with the Florida State Seminoles. Ramsey is known for his exceptional athleticism, aggressive playing style, and outspoken personality, establishing himself as one of the league's top cornerbacks.

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1985: Comparison to Deion Sanders

In 2013, Jalen Ramsey became the first true freshman to start a game at cornerback for Florida State since Deion Sanders did so in 1985.

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

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

May 22, 2016: Signed 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: Professional Debut

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

December 18, 2016: First Career Interception

On December 18, 2016, Jalen Ramsey had his first career interception off a pass thrown by Brock Osweiler to Will Fuller during a game against the Houston Texans. The Jaguars lost the game and fired their head coach.

December 24, 2016: First Career Touchdown

On December 24, 2016, Jalen Ramsey returned an interception thrown by Matt Cassel 30 yards for his first career touchdown during a game against the Tennessee Titans. Ramsey was named AFC Defensive Player of the Week for his performance.

2016: Entry into 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 drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars fifth overall in 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 the Jaguars end a 10-year playoff drought.

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 for $13.73 million.

October 15, 2019: Traded to Los Angeles Rams

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

December 21, 2019: First Interception as a Ram

On December 21, 2019, Jalen Ramsey had his first interception as a member of the Los Angeles Rams on a pass thrown by Jimmy Garoppolo.

2019: Trade to Los Angeles Rams

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

September 9, 2020: Contract Extension with Los Angeles Rams

On September 9, 2020, the Los Angeles Rams signed Jalen Ramsey to a five–year, $100.00 million contract extension, making him the highest-paid defensive back in NFL history.

2020: Highest-Paid Defensive Back

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

June 13, 2021: Ramsey announces jersey number change

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.

January 21, 2022: Rams hire Raheem Morris as defensive coordinator

On January 21, 2022, the Los Angeles Rams announced the hiring of Atlanta Falcons' defensive coordinator Raheem Morris as their defensive coordinator.

February 13, 2022: Ramsey wins Super Bowl LVI with the Rams

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.

March 15, 2023: Dolphins trade for Ramsey

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

October 28, 2023: Ramsey activated from injured reserve

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

October 29, 2023: Ramsey debuts for the Dolphins

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 during a 31–17 win against the New England Patriots.

2023: Trade to Miami Dolphins

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

September 6, 2024: Ramsey signs contract extension with Dolphins

On September 6, 2024, the Miami Dolphins signed Jalen Ramsey to a three–year, $72.30 million contract extension, making him the highest-paid cornerback in the NFL.