Early Life and Education of Jeremy Reaves: A Complete Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Jeremy Reaves, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Jeremy Reaves is an American professional football safety and special teamer for the Washington Commanders in the NFL. He played college football at South Alabama, earning the title of 2017 Sun Belt Defensive Player of the Year. He is known for his performance as a safety and special teamer.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

August 29, 1996: Jeremy Reaves' Birth

On August 29, 1996, Jeremy Antoine Reaves was born. He would later become a professional football safety and special teamer.

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April 28, 2018: Signed with Philadelphia Eagles

On April 28, 2018, Jeremy Reaves signed with the Philadelphia Eagles as an undrafted free agent, beginning his NFL career.

September 12, 2018: Signed to Washington Redskins practice squad

On September 12, 2018, Jeremy Reaves signed to the practice squad of the Washington Redskins, marking his entry into the team.

December 19, 2018: Promoted to Redskins active roster

On December 19, 2018, Jeremy Reaves was promoted to the Washington Redskins' active roster, advancing his NFL career.

December 22, 2018: NFL Debut

On December 22, 2018, Jeremy Reaves made his NFL debut against the Tennessee Titans.

August 31, 2019: Waived by Washington Redskins

On August 31, 2019, Jeremy Reaves was waived by the Washington Redskins, but was signed to the practice squad the following day.

October 12, 2019: Promoted to Active Roster

On October 12, 2019, Jeremy Reaves was promoted to the active roster again, marking another step in his career with the team.

October 24, 2019: First Career Start

On October 24, 2019, Jeremy Reaves made his first career start against the Minnesota Vikings, where he made three tackles before a concussion forced him to leave the game.

September 5, 2020: Waived by Washington

On September 5, 2020, Reaves was waived by Washington and signed to their practice squad the following day.

August 31, 2021: Released by Washington

On August 31, 2021, Reaves was released by Washington, but re-signed to the practice squad the following day.

January 8, 2022: Signed to active roster

On January 8, 2022, Reaves was signed to the active roster.

December 2022: Voted into first Pro Bowl

In December 2022, Jeremy Reaves was voted into his first Pro Bowl as the special teams starter of the 2023 Pro Bowl.

January 2023: Named First-Team All-Pro

In January 2023, Jeremy Reaves was named first-team All-Pro, recognizing his performance.

March 15, 2023: Tender Placed on Reaves

On March 15, 2023, the Commanders placed a tender on Jeremy Reaves, which he signed a month later.

October 10, 2023: Placed on Injured Reserve

On October 10, 2023, Jeremy Reaves was placed on injured reserve for a partially torn ACL.

March 13, 2024: Re-signed with the Commanders

On March 13, 2024, Jeremy Reaves re-signed with the Commanders on a two-year contract.

December 29, 2024: Proposed to Mikaela Worley

On December 29, 2024, Jeremy Reaves proposed to his girlfriend, Mikaela Worley, on the field of Northwest Stadium after a victory against the Atlanta Falcons.