Career Timeline of Jason Pinnock: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Jason Pinnock built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Jason Pinnock is a professional American football safety currently playing for the San Francisco 49ers in the NFL. Before joining the 49ers, Pinnock honed his skills playing college football for the Pittsburgh Panthers. His career focuses on his role as a safety in professional football, highlighting his achievements in college and his current standing in the NFL.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

January 9, 2021: First Career Start as Safety

On January 9, 2021, Jason Pinnock earned his first career start as a safety for the Jets due to player absences, setting a season-high with six combined tackles and forcing a fumble in a game against the Buffalo Bills.

May 7, 2021: Signed with the Jets

On May 7, 2021, Jason Pinnock signed a four-year, $3.75 million rookie contract with the New York Jets, which included a signing bonus of $270,451.

September 26, 2021: Professional Debut

On September 26, 2021, Jason Pinnock made his professional regular season debut for the Jets, playing four snaps on special teams in a game against the Denver Broncos.

2021: Drafted by New York Jets

In 2021, Jason Pinnock was selected by the New York Jets in the fifth round (175th overall) of the NFL draft. He was the 25th cornerback selected and one of three cornerbacks drafted by the Jets that year.

August 30, 2022: Waived by Jets

On August 30, 2022, Jason Pinnock was unexpectedly waived by the New York Jets as part of their final roster cuts.

August 31, 2022: Claimed by Giants

On August 31, 2022, Jason Pinnock was claimed off waivers by the New York Giants and was named a backup safety.

October 8, 2023: First Career Interception for Touchdown

On October 8, 2023, Jason Pinnock recorded his first career interception for a touchdown, returning a pick-six 102 yards against the Miami Dolphins after intercepting a pass from Tua Tagovailoa intended for Jaylen Waddle.

2023: Solid Performance with Giants

In 2023, Jason Pinnock recorded 41 combined tackles, 1.5 sacks, three pass deflections, a forced fumble, and a fumble recovery in 14 games for the Giants, earning a Pro Football Focus grade of 61.3.

February 6, 2024: Giants Hire Shane Bowen

On February 6, 2024, the New York Giants hired Shane Bowen as defensive coordinator. Jason Pinnock entered training camp as the starting free safety.

September 15, 2024: Career High Sacks

On September 15, 2024, Jason Pinnock set a new career-high with two sacks on Jayden Daniels during a game against the Washington Commanders.

March 13, 2025: Signed by 49ers

On March 13, 2025, Jason Pinnock signed a fully-guaranteed one-year, $2.20 million contract with the San Francisco 49ers, including a $980,000 signing bonus.