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 a wide receiver in the National Football League, playing for the Los Angeles Chargers. Before joining the NFL, Allen played college football for the California Golden Bears. He was drafted by the Chargers in the third round of the 2013 NFL Draft. He also played for the Chicago Bears.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1978: John Jefferson's Rookie Record

In 1978, John Jefferson set a Chargers rookie record with 1,001 receiving yards.

2009: High School All-American Selection

In 2009, Keenan Allen was selected as a high school All-American by USA Today and Parade. He also played in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl.

2013: Record-Breaking Rookie Season

In 2013, Keenan Allen finished the season leading all NFL rookies with 71 receptions and 1,046 receiving yards, breaking the Chargers rookie record. He was named NFL Rookie of the Year by Sporting News and Offensive Rookie of the Year by the Pro Football Writers Association (PFWA).

September 11, 2017: Return from Injury

On September 11, 2017, Keenan Allen returned from his ACL injury in the season opener against the Broncos, catching five passes for 35 yards and a touchdown.

December 19, 2017: First Pro Bowl Selection

On December 19, 2017, Keenan Allen was named to his first Pro Bowl.

2017: NFL Comeback Player of the Year

In 2017, Keenan Allen was named the NFL Comeback Player of the Year.

2018: Season Performance and Pro Bowl

In 2018, Keenan Allen finished the season with 97 receptions for 1,196 receiving yards and six touchdowns, earning his second Pro Bowl nomination.

2018: NFL Top 100 Players

Keenan Allen was ranked 41st by his peers on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2018.

2019: NFL Top 100 Players

In 2019, Keenan Allen was ranked 38th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players.

2020: Franchise Record for Catches

In 2020, Keenan Allen finished the season with a franchise record of 104 catches for 1,199 yards and six touchdowns, earning a Pro Bowl nomination.

January 7, 2021: Activated from COVID-19 List

On January 7, 2021, Keenan Allen was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list. He earned a Pro Bowl nomination for the fourth consecutive season and was ranked 55th on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2021.

2021: Pro Bowl Nomination

In the 2021 season, Keenan 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 Ranking

In 2022, Keenan Allen was ranked 35th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players list.

2023: Record-Breaking Performance

During the 2023 season, Keenan Allen became the only player in NFL history to have three games with at least 15 receptions and the first player to record at least 15 receptions and throw a passing touchdown in the same game. He finished the season with 108 receptions, 1,243 yards, and seven touchdowns in 13 games and earned his sixth Pro Bowl nomination.