Early Life and Education of Joe Flacco: A Complete Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Joe Flacco. From birth to education, explore key events.

Joe Flacco is a professional American football quarterback. He played college football for both the Pittsburgh Panthers and the Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens. Flacco was drafted in the first round of the 2008 NFL Draft by the Baltimore Ravens.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

January 16, 1985: Joe Flacco's Birth

On January 16, 1985, Joseph Vincent Flacco was born.

2003: Redshirted Freshman Year

In 2003, Joe Flacco was redshirted as a freshman for the Pittsburgh Panthers football team.

2003: Football prospect ranking

In 2003, Rivals.com listed Joe Flacco as No. 39 among quarterback prospects.

2004: Backup Quarterback at Pittsburgh

In 2004, Joe Flacco served as the backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Panthers, seeing action in three games.

2005: Transfer to the University of Delaware

In 2005, Joe Flacco transferred to the University of Delaware.

2006: First Full-Time Action at Delaware

In 2006, Joe Flacco saw his first full-time action at the University of Delaware, throwing for 2,783 yards and 18 touchdowns.

2007: Delaware Blue Hens season

During the 2007 season, Joe Flacco led his team to an 8-3 record, compiling 4,263 passing yards, 23 touchdowns and 5 interceptions. Delaware lost in the FCS National Championship Game to the Appalachian State Mountaineers.

2008: Flacco Signs with Reebok

In 2008, Joe Flacco signed a three-year contract with Reebok.

2009: Flacco becomes a spokesperson for Pizza Hut

From 2009 to 2010, Joe Flacco was a spokesperson for Pizza Hut, which sold a product called "Flacco's Favorites".

2009: Brother Drafted by Orioles

In 2009, Joe Flacco's brother, Mike, was selected in the 31st round of the Major League Baseball draft by the Baltimore Orioles.

2011: Flacco Marries Dana

In 2011, Joe Flacco married his wife Dana in a Catholic ceremony at the same church where his parents were married.

June 2012: Birth of First Child

In June 2012, Joe Flacco and his wife Dana welcomed their first child, a son.

January 2013: Flacco Endorses Haribo and McDonald's

In January 2013, Joe Flacco endorsed Haribo and signed an endorsement deal with McDonald's to promote their new menu item, the Mighty Wings.

September 15, 2013: Birth of Second Son

On September 15, 2013, Joe Flacco's second son was born, approximately one hour before the start of the Baltimore Ravens' home opener game.

January 2015: Birth of Third Son

In January 2015, Joe Flacco and his wife Dana had their third son, leading Flacco to decline his Pro Bowl invitation.

2015: Declined Pro Bowl Invitation

In 2015, Joe Flacco turned down the opportunity to play in the Pro Bowl because his wife, Dana, was due to give birth to their third child.

2015: Brother Enrolls at Western Michigan University

In 2015, Joe Flacco's youngest brother, Tom, enrolled at Western Michigan University.

September 2016: Birth of First Daughter

In September 2016, Joe Flacco and his wife Dana welcomed their only daughter.

January 2017: Most Attractive Player

In January 2017, Joe Flacco was elected as the most attractive player in the NFL in a survey by Fanatics.

2017: Brother Transfers to Rutgers

In 2017, Joe Flacco's youngest brother, Tom Flacco, transferred to Rutgers University.

April 2018: Birth of Fourth Son

In April 2018, Joe Flacco and his wife Dana welcomed their fourth son.

2018: Brother Transfers to Towson

In 2018, Joe Flacco's youngest brother, Tom Flacco, transferred to Towson University.

April 2020: Underwent Neck Surgery

In April 2020, Joe Flacco underwent neck surgery.

2021: Brother Signed by Roughriders

In 2021, Joe Flacco's youngest brother, Tom Flacco, was signed by the Saskatchewan Roughriders of the Canadian Football League.

May 25, 2024: Honorary Doctorate Degree

On May 25, 2024, Joe Flacco received an honorary doctorate degree in Humane Letters from his alma mater, the University of Delaware.

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