History of Jevon Holland in Timeline
Jevon Holland is a Canadian-American professional football safety currently playing for the Miami Dolphins in the NFL. He was drafted by the Dolphins in the second round of the 2021 NFL draft after playing college football at the University of Oregon. Holland is recognized for his contributions to the Dolphins' defense since entering the league.
March 3, 2000: Jevon Holland Born
On March 3, 2000, Jevon Holland was born. He is a Canadian-American professional football safety.
2008: Family Moved to San Francisco Bay Area
In 2008, Holland's family moved to the San Francisco Bay Area, settling in Pleasanton, California.
2018: Played in Polynesian Bowl
In 2018, Holland played in the Polynesian Bowl and committed to the University of Oregon to play college football.
2018: Freshman Season at Oregon
In 2018, as a true freshman at Oregon, Holland played in 13 games, made two starts, had 42 tackles, and led the team with five interceptions.
2019: Sophomore Season at Oregon
In 2019, as a sophomore, Holland started all 14 games, led the team with four interceptions, and had 66 tackles and a touchdown.
September 26, 2020: Opted Out of College Season
On September 26, 2020, Holland announced that he opted out of the 2020-21 college football season and declared for the 2021 NFL draft.
July 23, 2021: Signed with Miami Dolphins
On July 23, 2021, Holland signed a four-year contract with the Miami Dolphins for $8.76 million, including $6.20 million guaranteed and a $3.69 million signing bonus.
September 12, 2021: NFL Regular Season Debut
On September 12, 2021, Holland made his professional regular season debut and recorded two solo tackles in a 17–16 victory at the New England Patriots.
November 7, 2021: First Career Interception
On November 7, 2021, Holland recorded two solo tackles, a pass deflection, and his first career interception off a pass by Tyrod Taylor as the Dolphins defeated the Houston Texans 17–9.
2021: Training Camp and Backup Safety Role
In 2021, Holland entered training camp competing for the free safety position and began the season as the primary backup safety for the Miami Dolphins.
2021: Declared for NFL Draft
In 2021, Jevon Holland Declared for the NFL Draft.
2021: Drafted by Miami Dolphins
In 2021, Jevon Holland was selected by the Miami Dolphins in the second round of the NFL draft.
January 10, 2022: Brian Flores Fired
On January 10, 2022, the Miami Dolphins officially fired head coach Brian Flores after a 9–8 record in 2021.
February 6, 2022: Mike McDaniel Hired as Head Coach
On February 6, 2022, the Miami Dolphins hired Mike McDaniel as their new head coach. McDaniel retained Josh Boyer as defensive coordinator and kept Holland and Brandon Jones as the starting safety duo.
January 19, 2023: First Career Playoff Appearance
On January 19, 2023, Holland started in his first career playoff appearance and recorded ten combined tackles, two pass deflections, and an interception in the Dolphins' loss to the Buffalo Bills.
September 10, 2023: Career-High Tackles in Season Opener
On September 10, 2023, Holland started the season opener and recorded a career-high 14 combined tackles in the Dolphins' victory over the Los Angeles Chargers.
November 24, 2023: First Career Touchdown
On November 24, 2023, Holland intercepted a hail mary pass and returned it 99 yards for his first career touchdown in the Dolphins' victory over the New York Jets; he later exited the game with MCL sprains.
January 24, 2024: Vic Fangio Departure
On January 24, 2024, the Miami Dolphins announced they had agreed to mutually part ways with defensive coordinator Vic Fangio.
February 3, 2024: Anthony Weaver Hired as Defensive Coordinator
On February 3, 2024, the Miami Dolphins hired Anthony Weaver as the defensive coordinator, and Mike McDaniel named Holland the starting free safety alongside Jordan Poyer.
2024: Suffered Hand Injury
In 2024, Holland suffered a broken bone in his left hand during the game.
January 5, 2025: Season-High Tackles
On January 5, 2025, Holland collected a season-high seven combined tackles and deflected a pass during a 20–32 loss at the New York Jets.
