History of Jaret Patterson in Timeline
Jaret Patterson is a professional football running back currently playing for the Los Angeles Chargers in the NFL. He achieved recognition during his college football career at the University at Buffalo, where he equaled the NCAA Division I FBS record for most rushing touchdowns in a single game (8). After going undrafted, he signed with the Washington Commanders in 2021. Patterson's record-tying performance highlights his talent as a running back and his accomplishments playing football.
December 23, 1998: Jaret Patterson's Birth
On December 23, 1998, Jaret Patterson was born. He would later become a professional football running back.
2018: Freshman Season
In 2018, during his freshman season, Patterson rushed for 1,013 yards and 14 touchdowns, earning him the Mid-American Conference Freshman of the Year award and a spot on the All-MAC Second-team.
2019: Record-Breaking Season and Bahamas Bowl Win
In 2019, Patterson set a school record with 1,799 rushing yards and 19 touchdowns, leading the MAC and ranking fifth nationally in rushing yards. He was named to the All-MAC First-team. In the 2019 Bahamas Bowl, he rushed for 173 yards and two touchdowns, earning the offensive MVP award in Buffalo's first bowl win.
November 28, 2020: Tying the FBS Single-Game Touchdown Record
On November 28, 2020, Jaret Patterson tied the FBS single-game record with eight rushing touchdowns against Kent State, finishing with 409 yards. He came close to breaking the single-game FBS record of 2014.
May 3, 2021: Signing with the Washington Football Team
On May 3, 2021, Jaret Patterson signed with the Washington Football Team as an undrafted free agent.
2021: Declaration for the NFL Draft
Following his junior year, Jaret Patterson declared for the 2021 NFL draft.
2021: Signing with the Washington Commanders
In 2021, Jaret Patterson signed with the Washington Commanders as an undrafted free agent after playing college football for the Buffalo Bulls.
August 30, 2022: Waived by Commanders and Signed to Practice Squad
On August 30, 2022, Patterson was waived by the Commanders and subsequently signed to their practice squad the following day.
January 5, 2023: Signed to Active Roster Again
On January 5, 2023, Patterson was signed to the active roster of the Washington Commanders again.
August 28, 2023: Release from the Commanders
On August 28, 2023, Jaret Patterson was released as part of final roster cuts before the start of the 2023 NFL season.
September 13, 2023: Signing with the Los Angeles Chargers' Practice Squad
On September 13, 2023, Jaret Patterson signed with the Los Angeles Chargers to be on their practice squad.
December 26, 2023: Signing with Commanders' Practice Squad
On December 26, 2023, Jaret Patterson signed with the practice squad of the Washington Commanders.
January 10, 2024: Signing Reserve/Future Contract with Chargers
On January 10, 2024, Jaret Patterson signed a reserve/future contract with the Los Angeles Chargers.
December 7, 2024: Elevation to Chargers' Active Roster
On December 7, 2024, Jaret Patterson was elevated to the active roster of the Los Angeles Chargers.
January 13, 2025: Signing Reserve/Future Contract
On January 13, 2025, Jaret Patterson signed another reserve/future contract with the Los Angeles Chargers.
August 26, 2025: Release and Re-signing to Practice Squad
On August 26, 2025, Jaret Patterson was released with an injury settlement by the Chargers, but was re-signed to the practice squad on October 14.
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