History of Joe Tryon-Shoyinka in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 30, 2026

Joe Tryon-Shoyinka is an American professional football defensive end. He played college football at the University of Washington before being drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft. He has also played for the Cleveland Browns and Chicago Bears. As of now, he is a free agent in the NFL.

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April 30, 1999: Joe Tryon-Shoyinka Born

On April 30, 1999, Joe Tryon-Shoyinka was born. He later became an American professional football defensive end.

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2020: Preparing for NFL Draft

In 2020, after the Pac-12 postponed the season due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Tryon-Shoyinka announced he would prepare for the 2021 NFL draft.

June 22, 2021: Signed with Tampa Bay Buccaneers

On June 22, 2021, Tryon-Shoyinka signed a four-year rookie contract worth $11 million with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

2021: Drafted by Tampa Bay Buccaneers

In 2021, Joe Tryon-Shoyinka was drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the first round of the NFL draft.

2021: Preparing for NFL Draft

In 2021, Tryon-Shoyinka prepared for the NFL draft after the Pac-12 postponed the 2020 season due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

April 30, 2024: Fifth-Year Option Declined

On April 30, 2024, the Buccaneers declined the fifth-year option on Tryon-Shoyinka's contract, making him a free agent after the 2024 season.

March 12, 2025: Agreed to terms with the Cleveland Browns

On March 12, 2025, Tryon-Shoyinka agreed to terms with the Cleveland Browns on a one-year, $4.75 million contract.

November 4, 2025: Traded to Chicago Bears

On November 4, 2025, Tryon-Shoyinka was traded along with a seventh-round pick in 2026 to the Chicago Bears in exchange for a sixth-round pick in 2026.