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James Lynch (American football)

James Lynch is a professional American football nose tackle currently playing for the Tennessee Titans in the NFL. He played college football at Baylor University before being drafted into the NFL by the Minnesota Vikings in the fourth round of the 2020 NFL Draft. Lynch has since joined the Titans, continuing his career as a defensive lineman in professional football.


3 hours ago : James Lynch Signs One-Year Deal with Chicago Bears, Bolstering Defensive Line

James Lynch signed a one-year deal with the Chicago Bears to provide defensive line depth. Lynch previously played for the Titans and Vikings.

January 20, 1999: James Lynch was born

On January 20, 1999, James Husker Lynch was born. He is an American professional football nose tackle.

October 11, 2020: NFL Debut and First Career Sack

On October 11, 2020, James Lynch made his NFL debut against the Seattle Seahawks and recorded his first career sack on Russell Wilson during the game.

2020: Forgoes senior season to enter the NFL draft

In 2020, James Lynch decided to forgo his senior season to enter the NFL draft after being named first-team All-Big 12, Big 12 Defensive Lineman of the Year, the conference Defensive Player of the Year and a unanimous All-America selection.

2020: Drafted by the Minnesota Vikings

In 2020, James Lynch was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the fourth round of the NFL draft after playing college football at Baylor.

August 4, 2023: Torn ACL and Injury

On August 4, 2023, James Lynch suffered a torn ACL in practice, which led to him missing the entire 2023 season.

May 14, 2024: Re-signed with the Vikings

On May 14, 2024, James Lynch re-signed with the Minnesota Vikings, but was later released on August 27.

August 29, 2024: Signed to Tennessee Titans Practice Squad

On August 29, 2024, James Lynch was signed to the Tennessee Titans practice squad.