History of Kadarius Toney in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: February 13, 2025

Kadarius Toney is an American football player who currently plays as a wide receiver. He began his college football career at the University of Florida. In the 2021 NFL draft, he was a first-round pick for the New York Giants. He is now a wide receiver for the Kansas City Chiefs.

January 27, 1999: Birth of Kadarius Toney

Kadarius Toney was born on January 27, 1999.

2016: High School Senior Year

In 2016, Toney's senior year high school, he threw for 2,984 yards, rushed for 894 yards, and had 47 touchdowns. He received accolades including Alabama 6A Back of the Year.

2020: Breakout College Season

In 2020, Toney's senior year at the University of Florida, he had a breakout season with 70 receptions for 984 yards and 10 touchdowns, becoming a finalist for the Paul Hornung Award.

June 4, 2021: Signing with the Giants

On June 4, 2021, Toney signed his rookie contract with the Giants worth $13.7 million.

December 13, 2021: COVID-19

On December 13, 2021, Toney was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list for the second time in the season.

2021: NFL Draft

Kadarius Toney was drafted into the NFL by the New York Giants in 2021.

October 27, 2022: Trade to Kansas City Chiefs

On October 27, 2022, Kadarius Toney was traded from the New York Giants to the Kansas City Chiefs.

2022: Hamstring Injury and Limited Play

During the 2022 NFL season, Toney suffered a hamstring injury in Week 2, causing him to miss several games and limiting his performance before being traded.

2023: Super Bowl LVIII Victory

Despite being inactive for the Super Bowl, Toney earned his second Super Bowl ring when the Chiefs defeated the 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII in 2023.

2023: Injury in 2023 Season

In Week 12 of the 2023 season, Toney missed a game due to a hip/ankle injury.

2023: First NFL Touchdown and Super Bowl LVII Victory

In the 2023 NFL season, Toney scored his first touchdown and contributed to the Chiefs' Super Bowl LVII victory.

May 2, 2024: Chiefs Decline Fifth-Year Option

On May 2, 2024, the Chiefs declined the fifth-year option on Toney's contract.

September 9, 2024: Signing with Cleveland Browns

On September 9, 2024, Toney signed with the Cleveland Browns' practice squad.

2024: Post-Super Bowl LVII Career

In 2024, after winning Super Bowl LVII with the Kansas City Chiefs, Kadarius Toney faced on-field struggles, leading to his release. He later played for the Cleveland Browns.