Keenan Allen's Success and Achievements in Timeline
A closer look at the biggest achievements of Keenan Allen. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Keenan Allen is an American professional football wide receiver currently playing for the Chicago Bears in the NFL. He played college football at the University of California, Berkeley, before being drafted by the San Diego Chargers (now Los Angeles Chargers) in the third round of the 2013 NFL Draft. Known for his route-running ability and reliable hands, Allen has established himself as a prominent receiver in the league.
1978: John Jefferson's Rookie Record
In 1978, John Jefferson set the Chargers rookie record with 1,001 receiving yards, later broken by Keenan Allen.
2009: High School All-American
In 2009, Keenan Allen was selected as a high school All-American by USA Today and Parade, and also played in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl.
2013: Record-Breaking Rookie Season
In 2013, Allen finished the season leading all NFL rookies with 71 receptions and 1,046 receiving yards, breaking Chargers' rookie record. He was also named NFL Rookie of the Year by Sporting News and Offensive Rookie of the Year by PFWA.
September 11, 2017: Return from Injury
On September 11, 2017, Allen returned from his injury and had five receptions for 35 yards and a touchdown against the Broncos.
December 19, 2017: First Pro Bowl Selection
On December 19, 2017, Allen was named to his first Pro Bowl.
2017: NFL Comeback Player of the Year
In 2017, Allen was named the NFL Comeback Player of the Year.
2018: Continued Success in 2018
In 2018, Allen finished the season with 97 receptions for 1,196 receiving yards and six receiving touchdowns. He had a 14-catch, 148-yard game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. He earned a second Pro Bowl nomination.
2018: NFL Top 100 Players
In 2018, Allen was ranked 41st by his peers on the NFL Top 100 Players.
2019: NFL Top 100 Players
In 2019, Allen was ranked 38th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players.
2020: Franchise Record
In 2020, Allen finished the season with a franchise-record 104 catches for 1,199 yards and six touchdowns. He earned a Pro Bowl nomination for the third consecutive season.
2021: Continued Pro Bowl Success
In the 2021 season, Allen finished with 106 receptions for 1,128 receiving yards and six receiving touchdowns, earning his fifth consecutive Pro Bowl nomination.
2022: NFL Top 100 Players
In 2022, Allen was ranked 35th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players.
2023: Record-Breaking Season
In 2023, Allen had a record-breaking season, becoming the only player in NFL history to have three games with at least 15 receptions and the first player in NFL history to record at least 15 receptions and throw a passing touchdown in the same game. He earned his sixth Pro Bowl nomination.
