Career Timeline of Jaycee Horn: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Jaycee Horn built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Jaycee Horn is an American football cornerback currently playing for the Carolina Panthers in the NFL. Drafted eighth overall in 2021, he played college football at the University of South Carolina. He is the son of former NFL wide receiver Joe Horn, who also played in the NFL during the 1990s and 2000s.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2018: Freshman All-SEC selection

In 2018, as a true freshman at South Carolina, Horn started 10 of 11 games, recorded 45 tackles and two sacks, and was named freshman All-Southeastern Conference.

2019: Started all 12 games for South Carolina

In 2019, Horn started all 12 games for South Carolina, recording 40 tackles and one sack.

November 16, 2020: Opted out of the remainder of the season

On November 16, 2020, following the dismissal of head coach Will Muschamp, Jaycee Horn opted out of the remainder of the season to prepare for the 2021 NFL draft.

2020: Returned to South Carolina as a starter

In 2020, Jaycee Horn returned to South Carolina as a starter.

June 15, 2021: Signed with the Carolina Panthers

On June 15, 2021, Jaycee Horn signed a four-year, $21.11 million contract with the Carolina Panthers, including a $12.71 million signing bonus, and was named a starting cornerback.

September 12, 2021: Professional regular season debut

On September 12, 2021, Jaycee Horn made his professional regular season debut for the Carolina Panthers against the New York Jets, recording a season-high three combined tackles in a 19-14 victory.

September 19, 2021: First career interception

On September 19, 2021, Jaycee Horn recorded his first career interception against the New Orleans Saints.

2021: Preparation for NFL Draft

In 2021, Jaycee Horn focused his attention towards preparation for the NFL Draft.

2021: Drafted by Carolina Panthers

In 2021, Jaycee Horn was drafted eighth overall by the Carolina Panthers in the NFL draft.

2022: Named No. 1 starting cornerback

In 2022, Jaycee Horn was named the No. 1 starting cornerback for the Carolina Panthers alongside Donte Jackson.

January 26, 2023: Panthers hire Frank Reich

On January 26, 2023, the Carolina Panthers hired Frank Reich as their new head coach.

December 2, 2023: Activated off of injured reserve

On December 2, 2023, Jaycee Horn was activated off of injured reserve.

January 25, 2024: Panthers hire Dave Canales

On January 25, 2024, the Carolina Panthers announced the hiring of Dave Canales as their new head coach.

April 26, 2024: Fifth-year Option Exercised

On April 26, 2024, the Carolina Panthers exercised the fifth-year option on Jaycee Horn's rookie contract.

November 24, 2024: Recorded first career sack

On November 24, 2024, Jaycee Horn recorded his first career sack, for a 12-yard loss, on Patrick Mahomes during a game against the Kansas City Chiefs.