History of Jordan Love in Timeline

Jordan Love is an American football quarterback for the Green Bay Packers. He played college football at Utah State, earning accolades and leading his team to a bowl game victory. Drafted in the first round in 2020, he served as the backup to Aaron Rodgers for three seasons. In 2023, he became the starting quarterback, throwing for over 4,000 yards and 32 touchdowns while leading the Packers to the playoffs.

1993: A New Era in Green Bay

1993 marked a significant year for the Green Bay Packers as it saw a change in the quarterback position, with Brett Favre taking over. This shift marked the beginning of a new era for the team.

November 2, 1998: Birth of Jordan Love

Jordan Alexander Love was born on November 2, 1998.

2016: Redshirts at Utah State

Jordan Love redshirted his freshman year at Utah State University in 2016.

2017: Freshman Season at Utah State

Love started the final six games of his freshman season at Utah State. His performance in his first start against UNLV earned him Mountain West Offensive Player of the Week honors.

2018: Reflecting on 2018 Performance

Analysts at the 2020 NFL Combine noted Love's impressive 2018 season as a reason for his potential in the NFL.

2018: New Mexico Bowl MVP

In 2018, Love led Utah State to an 11-2 season culminating in a New Mexico Bowl victory where he was named MVP after throwing for 359 yards and four touchdowns.

2018: Breakthrough Season at Utah State

Love had a standout sophomore season at Utah State, setting a school record for passing yards (3,567) and earning MVP honors in the New Mexico Bowl. This success led to him being recognized as a potential first-round draft pick in the NFL.

2019: Final Season at Utah State and Decision to Enter NFL Draft

Despite a challenging season at Utah State in 2019, Love decided to forgo his senior year and enter the 2020 NFL Draft.

2019: Legal Issue

In late 2019, Jordan Love and two teammates faced legal trouble when they were cited for marijuana possession. However, the charges were eventually dropped due to insufficient evidence.

July 1, 2020: Signs Rookie Contract with Green Bay Packers

Love signed his rookie contract with the Packers on July 1, 2020, a fully guaranteed four-year deal worth over $12.3 million. This was unprecedented for the 26th pick in the draft.

2020: NFL Scouting Combine

Jordan Love participated in the 2020 NFL Scouting Combine, showcasing his physical and mental attributes to NFL teams. His performance was praised by analysts, further solidifying his position as a top draft prospect.

2020: Love Begins Dating Ronika Stone

Jordan Love's relationship with Ronika Stone began in 2020. Stone, a professional volleyball player, comes from a family with football ties, as her father, Ron Stone, had a successful 12-season career in the NFL.

2020: Enters 2020 NFL Draft

Love declared for the 2020 NFL Draft after his junior year at Utah State.

2020: Inactive Season as a Rookie

Love was inactive for the entire 2020 NFL season, serving as the third-string quarterback behind Aaron Rodgers and Tim Boyle.

2020: Drafted by Green Bay Packers

The Green Bay Packers selected Jordan Love with the 26th overall pick in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft. This unexpected move surprised many, as the Packers already had a star quarterback in Aaron Rodgers.

September 12, 2021: NFL Regular Season Debut

Jordan Love made his NFL regular-season debut on September 12, 2021, coming in as relief for Aaron Rodgers during a loss against the New Orleans Saints.

November 7, 2021: First NFL Start

Love started his first NFL game on November 7, 2021, against the Kansas City Chiefs, replacing Aaron Rodgers, who was out due to COVID-19 protocols. He threw his first NFL touchdown pass in this game.

2022: Limited Action as Backup Quarterback

Love served as the backup to Aaron Rodgers again in the 2022 NFL season, seeing limited action in a few games.

2023: Named Starting Quarterback for the Green Bay Packers

After three seasons as a backup, Jordan Love was named the starting quarterback for the Green Bay Packers in 2023, following the departure of Aaron Rodgers.

2023: Jordan Love's Breakout Season

In 2023, Jordan Love had a remarkable season as the starting quarterback for the Green Bay Packers. He achieved several milestones, including his first 300-yard passing game and leading the Packers to a playoff berth.

2023: Named Starting Quarterback, Signs Contract Extension

With Aaron Rodgers' trade to the New York Jets, Love was officially named the Packers' starting quarterback. He also signed a one-year contract extension through the 2024 season.