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Jonathan Greenard

Jonathan Greenard is an American professional football linebacker currently playing for the Minnesota Vikings in the NFL. He honed his skills in college football, playing for both the Louisville Cardinals and the Florida Gators before entering the professional league.


May 25, 1997: Jonathan Greenard Born

On May 25, 1997, Jonathan Raymond Greenard was born. He is an American professional football linebacker.

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2016: First Career Start in the Citrus Bowl

In 2016, Jonathan Greenard made his first career start in the Citrus Bowl, where he recorded five tackles, including 1.5 for loss. He was a key reserve at linebacker as a redshirt freshman, recording 22 tackles, seven for loss, and 2.5 sacks, along with two passes broken up and an interception which he returned 42 yards for a touchdown.

January 2019: Enrolled at Florida as Graduate Transfer

In January 2019, Jonathan Greenard, having graduated early, enrolled at the University of Florida as a graduate transfer. While injured as a redshirt junior, Greenard took extra courses in order to graduate a semester early and was able to enroll at Florida as a graduate transfer.

May 14, 2020: Signed Four-Year Contract with Texans

On May 14, 2020, Jonathan Greenard signed a four-year contract with the Houston Texans, including a nearly $900,000 signing bonus.

October 22, 2022: Placed on Injured Reserve

On October 22, 2022, Jonathan Greenard was placed on injured reserve. He was activated on December 17.

March 13, 2024: Signed with Minnesota Vikings

On March 13, 2024, Jonathan Greenard signed a four-year, $76 million contract with the Minnesota Vikings.