History of Jordan Addison in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 2, 2026

Jordan Addison is an American football wide receiver currently playing for the Minnesota Vikings in the NFL. He was drafted in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft. Prior to his NFL career, Addison played college football, initially for the Pittsburgh Panthers where he won the Fred Biletnikoff Award in 2021, recognizing him as the nation's best receiver. He then transferred and played his final college season at USC. Addison is considered a talented and promising player in the NFL.

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January 27, 2002: Jordan Addison's Birth

On January 27, 2002, Jordan Lee Addison was born. He is now a professional football wide receiver.

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2002: Carson Palmer Heisman Trophy Winner

In 2002, Carson Palmer won the Heisman Trophy. Jordan Addison chose to wear #3 for the Trojans, which was previously retired in Palmer's honor.

2020: Addison's Freshman Year at Pittsburgh

In 2020, Jordan Addison played as a true freshman at Pittsburgh, starting eight of the ten games he played. He led the team with 60 receptions, 666 yards, and four touchdowns.

2021: Addison Leads College Football in Touchdown Receptions

In 2021, Jordan Addison led college football with 17 touchdown receptions. He also caught 100 passes for 1,593 yards, earned All-American honors, and won the Fred Biletnikoff Award.

2021: Addison Wins Fred Biletnikoff Award

In 2021, Jordan Addison won the Fred Biletnikoff Award while playing college football for the Pittsburgh Panthers.

May 2022: Addison Transfers to USC

In May 2022, Jordan Addison announced his transfer to the University of Southern California to play for the USC Trojans football team.

July 20, 2023: Addison Cited for Speeding and Reckless Driving

On July 20, 2023, Jordan Addison was cited for speeding and reckless driving while driving a Lamborghini Urus at 140 mph in a 55 mph zone. He later pled guilty to a petty misdemeanor, paid a fine, and had his license revoked for six months.

2023: Addison's NFL Debut and Rookie Season

In 2023, Jordan Addison was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings and made his NFL debut. Throughout his rookie season, he appeared in all 17 games, recorded 70 receptions for 911 receiving yards, and scored ten receiving touchdowns. He was also named to the PFWA All-Rookie Team.

2023: Addison Drafted by Minnesota Vikings

In 2023, Jordan Addison was selected by the Minnesota Vikings in the first round of the NFL draft.

July 12, 2024: Addison Arrested on Suspicion of DUI

Shortly before midnight on July 12, 2024, Jordan Addison was arrested near LAX on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol after being found asleep at the wheel blocking traffic lanes.

July 31, 2024: Addison Charged with DUI Misdemeanors

On July 31, 2024, Jordan Addison was charged with two misdemeanors: driving under the influence of alcohol and driving with a blood-alcohol content over California's legal limit.

July 15, 2025: Arraignment and Plea Hearing Set

On July 15, 2025, Jordan Addison's arraignment and plea hearing was set at the Los Angeles Superior Court regarding his DUI charges.

July 17, 2025: Addison Agrees to Plea on Lesser Charge

On July 17, 2025, Jordan Addison agreed to a plea on a lesser charge, known as a wet reckless, in order to settle his DUI case.

2025: Addison Suspended for Violating Substance Abuse Policy

In 2025, Jordan Addison was suspended for the first three games of the season due to violating the NFL's substance abuse policy.

January 12, 2026: Addison Arrested for Misdemeanor Trespassing

On January 12, 2026, Jordan Addison was arrested in Hillsborough County, Florida, on a misdemeanor trespassing charge and was later released after posting a $500 bond.