History of Jamal Adams in Timeline
Jamal Adams is an American football safety known for his impactful play in the NFL. Drafted sixth overall by the New York Jets in 2017 after playing college football for LSU, he earned Pro Bowl and All-Pro honors. In 2021, he signed a record-breaking contract extension with the Seattle Seahawks, becoming the highest-paid safety in the league at the time. Adams has also played for the Tennessee Titans.
1985: Father's NFL Career Start
In 1985, Jamal Adams' father, George Adams, began his career as a running back in the National Football League.
1991: Father's NFL Career End
In 1991, Jamal Adams' father, George Adams, concluded his career as a running back in the National Football League.
October 17, 1995: Jamal Adams Born
On October 17, 1995, Jamal Lee Adams was born. He later became a professional football safety.
2014: Played as a true freshman at LSU
In 2014, Jamal Adams played in all 13 games with two starts as a true freshman at LSU, recording 66 tackles and a sack.
2015: Previous Seahawks Safety Tandem Pro Bowl Selection
In 2015, Earl Thomas and Kam Chancellor were the last Seahawks safety tandem selected for the Pro Bowl before Adams and Diggs in 2020.
January 6, 2017: Declared for the 2017 NFL Draft
On January 6, 2017, Jamal Adams announced that he would forgo his senior season and enter the 2017 NFL draft.
May 4, 2017: Attended LSU's Pro Day
On May 4, 2017, Jamal Adams attended LSU's pro day and improved his 40-yard dash time, solidifying his status as a first-round draft prospect.
July 20, 2017: Signed contract with the Jets
On July 20, 2017, Jamal Adams signed a fully guaranteed four-year, $22.25 million contract with the New York Jets, including a $14.32 million signing bonus, marking the start of his NFL career.
2017: Drafted by the New York Jets
In 2017, Jamal Adams was drafted sixth overall by the New York Jets in the NFL draft, marking a significant milestone in his early career.
September 18, 2019: Fined for Hit on Baker Mayfield
On September 18, 2019, Jamal Adams was fined $21,000 for a hit he made on Baker Mayfield during a game against the Cleveland Browns.
April 17, 2020: Skipped voluntary off-season program
On April 17, 2020, Jamal Adams skipped the entirety of the voluntary virtual offseason program without a contract extension.
April 27, 2020: Jets picked up fifth-year option
On April 27, 2020, the Jets picked up the fifth-year option on Jamal Adams' contract.
June 12, 2020: Expressed dissatisfaction with Jets
On June 12, 2020, Jamal Adams expressed his dissatisfaction with the Jets regarding his contract extension, stating "A lot of talk no action" on Instagram.
June 18, 2020: Requested Trade from Jets
On June 18, 2020, Jamal Adams officially requested to be traded from the New York Jets, indicating his desire to leave the team.
July 2020: Critical Remarks Towards Adam Gase
In July 2020, Jamal Adams criticized Jets' head coach Adam Gase, stating he wasn't the right leader and hadn't built good relationships within the organization, further escalating his conflict with the team.
December 21, 2020: Named to Third Straight Pro Bowl
On December 21, 2020, Jamal Adams was named to his third straight Pro Bowl, marking a significant achievement in his career.
August 17, 2021: Signed Four-Year Deal with Seahawks
On August 17, 2021, Jamal Adams signed a four-year deal with the Seattle Seahawks for $72 million, making him the highest-paid safety in NFL history at the time.
November 14, 2021: First Interception with Seahawks
On November 14, 2021, Jamal Adams recorded his first interception of the season while playing for the Seahawks, picking off Aaron Rodgers in a game against the Green Bay Packers.
December 10, 2021: Placed on Injured Reserve
On December 10, 2021, Jamal Adams was placed on injured reserve due to a torn labrum sustained during a game against the San Francisco 49ers.
2021: Signed Extension with Seattle Seahawks
In 2021, Jamal Adams signed a four-year extension with the Seattle Seahawks for $72 million, becoming the highest-paid safety in the NFL at that time.
2021: Draft Picks
In 2021, the Seahawks sent first and third-round picks to the Jets as part of the trade for Adams.
September 15, 2022: Placed on Injured Reserve
On September 15, 2022, Jamal Adams was placed on injured reserve after suffering a torn quad tendon during the Seahawks' Week 1 game, ending his season.
2022: Draft Pick
In 2022, as part of the trade, the first-round pick obtained by the Jets was later used to select Garrett Wilson.
March 5, 2024: Released by the Seahawks
On March 5, 2024, Jamal Adams was released by the Seattle Seahawks, ending his tenure with the team.
July 11, 2024: Signed with Tennessee Titans
On July 11, 2024, Jamal Adams signed a one-year contract with the Tennessee Titans, joining a new team for the upcoming season.
October 17, 2024: Released by the Titans
On October 17, 2024, Jamal Adams was released from the Titans after requesting it.
December 1, 2024: Signed to Lions Practice Squad
On December 1, 2024, Jamal Adams was signed to the Detroit Lions' practice squad.
January 1, 2025: Released by the Lions
On January 1, 2025, Jamal Adams was released by the Detroit Lions, concluding his brief stint with the team.
