History of Jourdan Lewis in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 10, 2025

Jourdan Julian Lewis is an American professional football cornerback currently playing for the Jacksonville Jaguars in the NFL. He previously played for the Dallas Cowboys after being drafted in the third round of the 2017 NFL Draft. Before his NFL career, Lewis was a two-time All-American at the University of Michigan.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

August 31, 1995: Jourdan Lewis Born

On August 31, 1995, Jourdan Julian Lewis was born. He is now a professional football cornerback.

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2002: Marlin Jackson's Record

In 2002, Marlin Jackson held the previous record of 18 pass breakups that Jourdan Lewis would later surpass.

2006: Leon Hall's Record

In 2006, Leon Hall also held the previous record of 18 pass breakups and was the last Wolverine defensive back to earn the All-American honor before Lewis.

2011: Won High School Championship

In 2011, Jourdan Lewis and Lano Hill won the Michigan High School Athletic Association Division 1 championship.

2012: Won Another High School Championship

In 2012, Jourdan Lewis and Lano Hill won another Michigan High School Athletic Association Division 1 championship, marking back-to-back wins.

2013: Taylor Lewan's Honor

In 2013, Taylor Lewan was the last Wolverine to earn the First-team All-American honor before Lewis in 2015.

2015: Record-Breaking Season and All-American Honors

In 2015, Jourdan Lewis set a school record with 21 pass breakups, was named to the All-Big Ten Conference defensive first-team, and earned First-team All-American honors from USA Today and Sports Illustrated.

2016: Tatum-Woodson Defensive Back of the Year

During the 2016 season, Lewis contributed 23 tackles, 3.5 tackles-for-loss, two interceptions and 12 pass breakups. Following the 2016 season, Lewis was named the Tatum–Woodson Defensive Back of the Year, and was once again named to the All-Big Ten defensive first-team, by both the media and coaches and was named a first-team All-American.

January 10, 2017: Senior Bowl Invitation

On January 10, 2017, Jourdan Lewis accepted his invitation to attend the 2017 Senior Bowl.

January 28, 2017: Participated in Senior Bowl

On January 28, 2017, Lewis recorded four combined tackles and displayed impressive coverage in the Senior Bowl.

2017: Signed with Dallas Cowboys

In 2017, Jourdan Lewis was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys and signed a four-year contract.

2017: Selected in the NFL draft

In 2017, Jourdan Lewis was selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the third round of the NFL draft.

2018: Finished the 2018 Season

Lewis finished the 2018 season with 12 combined tackles, one interception, one pass defensed, and two fumble recoveries in 15 games.

2019: Interception and Fumble Recovery for Touchdown

During the 2019 season, Jourdan Lewis recorded an interception against the New York Jets and recovered a fumble for a 63-yard touchdown against the New York Giants, and recorded an interception against the Chicago Bears.