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 a professional 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. Notably, his father is former NFL wide receiver Joe Horn.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2018: Freshman Year at South Carolina

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

2019: Sophomore Year at South Carolina

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

November 16, 2020: Horn opts out of 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: Returns to South Carolina

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

June 15, 2021: Signed with the Panthers

On June 15, 2021, Jaycee Horn signed a fully guaranteed four-year, $21.11 million contract with the Carolina Panthers, which included a $12.71 million signing bonus.

September 12, 2021: NFL Regular Season Debut

On September 12, 2021, Jaycee Horn made his professional regular season debut in the Carolina Panthers' home opener 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 had one pass deflection and made his first career interception on a pass thrown by Jameis Winston to wide receiver Juwan Johnson during the Panthers' 26–7 victory over the New Orleans Saints.

November 27, 2021: Incorrect Date: Carolina Panthers Fired Head Coach Frank Reich

The date November 27, 2021 is incorrect in the text. Jaycee Horn was drafted in 2021 and his stats are also provided in the text for later in the year. This is likely November 27, 2023: The Carolina Panthers fired head coach Frank Reich after a 1-10 start.

2021: Preparation for NFL Draft

In 2021, Jaycee Horn focused his efforts on preparing for the NFL draft.

2021: Drafted to Carolina Panthers

In 2021, Jaycee Horn was drafted eighth overall by the Carolina Panthers of the NFL after playing college football for the South Carolina Gamecocks.

2021: Draft Rankings

In 2021, multiple analysts ranked Jaycee Horn as one of the top cornerback prospects in the draft.

September 25, 2022: Interception vs Saints

On September 25, 2022, Jaycee Horn made two combined tackles, three pass deflections, and intercepted a pass thrown by Jameis Winston to Chris Olave during a 22–14 victory against the New Orleans Saints.

2022: Named Starting Cornerback

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

January 26, 2023: Frank Reich Hired

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

December 2, 2023: Activated from Injured Reserve

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

January 25, 2024: Dave Canales Hired

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 for one year, $12.37 million.

September 15, 2024: Interception vs. Los Angeles Chargers

On September 15, 2024, Jaycee Horn made six combined tackles, two pass deflections, and intercepted a pass thrown by Justin Herbert to wide receiver Ladd McConkey during a 3–26 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers.

November 24, 2024: First Career Sack

On November 24, 2024, Jaycee Horn made six solo tackles and recorded his first career sack for a 12-yard loss on Patrick Mahomes during a 27–30 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.

March 10, 2025: Signs Contract Extension

On March 10, 2025, Jaycee Horn signed a four-year, $100.00 million contract extension with the Panthers, making him the highest-paid defensive back in the league.