Jerry Davarus Jeudy is an American football wide receiver for the Cleveland Browns. He was drafted 15th overall by the Denver Broncos in the 2020 NFL Draft after a standout college career at Alabama, where he won the Fred Biletnikoff Award as the nation's top receiver in 2018.
April 24, 1999: Jerry Jeudy is Born
Jerry Davarus Jeudy was born on April 24, 1999. He would go on to play in the National Football League.
July 28, 2016: Commitment to Alabama
On July 28, 2016, a five-star recruit, Jerry Jeudy, committed to playing college football at the University of Alabama.
2016: Personal Loss and Academic Success
While a senior in high school in 2016, Jerry Jeudy experienced the loss of his seven-year-old sister, Aaliyah. He also achieved academic success by earning straight A's during his senior year.
2017: Jeudy's Freshman Year at Alabama
Jerry Jeudy enrolled early at Alabama and began his college football career. He was named the MVP of Alabama's A-Day spring game. In his freshman season, he recorded 14 receptions for 264 yards and two touchdowns.
2018: Jeudy Wins the Fred Biletnikoff Award
As a sophomore in 2018, Jerry Jeudy was awarded the Fred Biletnikoff Award, recognizing him as the season's most outstanding college football receiver.
2018: Strong Start to the Season
During the 2018 season, Jerry Jeudy had several impressive performances. He caught six touchdowns in the first three games and had multiple games with over 135 receiving yards.
2018: Jeudy Recovers from Injury
In 2018, before his sophomore season, Jerry Jeudy underwent surgery for a meniscus injury. He recovered fully by fall camp.
2019: College Football Playoff National Championship
Jerry Jeudy and Alabama played in the 2019 College Football Playoff National Championship, where he had 139 yards and a touchdown in a loss to Clemson.
January 2020: Declares for NFL Draft
In January 2020, Jerry Jeudy announced his decision to forgo his senior year at Alabama and enter the 2020 NFL Draft.
July 23, 2020: Jeudy Signs Rookie Contract
Jerry Jeudy officially signed his four-year rookie contract with the Denver Broncos, worth $15.192 million, on July 23, 2020. The contract included an $8.6 million signing bonus.
September 14, 2020: NFL Debut
Jerry Jeudy made his NFL debut for the Denver Broncos against the Tennessee Titans on September 14, 2020. He had four receptions for 56 yards in a 14–16 loss.
2020: Drafted by the Denver Broncos
Jerry Jeudy was selected by the Denver Broncos as the 15th overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft.
September 14, 2021: Injured Reserve
Jerry Jeudy suffered a high ankle sprain in Week 1 of the 2021 season and was placed on injured reserve on September 14, 2021.
May 12, 2022: Jeudy's Arrest
On May 12, 2022, Jerry Jeudy was arrested in Arapahoe County, Colorado on a misdemeanor charge of second-degree criminal tampering with a domestic violence enhancer. This charge originated from an alleged non-violent altercation with his girlfriend, who has since requested the charges to be dropped.
2022: Jeudy's Best Statistical Season
Despite an injury in November, 2022 marked Jerry Jeudy's most productive season in terms of receptions, yards, and touchdowns. He notably had three receiving touchdowns in a Week 14 game against the Kansas City Chiefs. He also faced scrutiny for unsportsmanlike conduct during that game, receiving a fine.
May 1, 2023: Broncos Pick Up Fifth-Year Option and Jeudy Faces Criticism
On May 1, 2023, the Broncos exercised the fifth-year option on Jerry Jeudy's contract. Jeudy also missed the opening game of the season due to a hamstring injury sustained in practice. He faced criticism from NFL Network analyst Steve Smith Sr., who questioned his abilities and labeled him a "tier 3" receiver. Jeudy responded defiantly, stating that trade rumors and criticism wouldn't change who he is as a player.
March 13, 2024: Traded to the Cleveland Browns
Jerry Jeudy was traded to the Cleveland Browns on March 13, 2024, in exchange for a fifth-round and a sixth-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Shortly after, he signed a three-year, $58 million contract extension with the Browns, with $41 million guaranteed.