History of Ken Dorsey in Timeline

Ken Dorsey is an American football coach and former quarterback. He played college football at the University of Miami, where he led the team to a national championship in 2001 and won the Maxwell Award as the nation's top college player. Drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in 2003, he later played for the Cleveland Browns and also had a stint in the Canadian Football League (CFL) with the Toronto Argonauts before his retirement as a player in 2010. He most recently served as the offensive coordinator for the Cleveland Browns in the NFL.

April 22, 1981: Birth of Ken Dorsey

Ken Dorsey was born on April 22, 1981.

2000: First-team All-Big East Selection

Ken Dorsey was selected for the First-team All-Big East in 2000.

2001: College Success at Miami

In 2001, Ken Dorsey won the national championship and the Maxwell Award while playing college football for the Miami Hurricanes.

2001: Undefeated Season and Rose Bowl Co-MVP

Ken Dorsey led the Miami Hurricanes to an undefeated season in 2001 and was named co-MVP of the Rose Bowl.

2001: Offensive Player of the Year and Maxwell Award

Ken Dorsey was named Offensive Player of the Year and won the Maxwell Award in 2001.

2002: Rose Bowl Victory and National Championship

In 2002, Ken Dorsey led the Miami Hurricanes to victory in the Rose Bowl and won the BCS National Championship.

2002: Heisman Trophy Finalist and Offensive Player of the Year

In 2002, Ken Dorsey was a Heisman Trophy finalist and Offensive Player of the Year.

2002: Heisman Trophy Finalist and Fiesta Bowl Berth

In 2002, Ken Dorsey was a Heisman Trophy finalist and led the Miami Hurricanes to the Fiesta Bowl.

2002: Rose Bowl Victory

Ken Dorsey and the Miami Hurricanes won the 2002 Rose Bowl.

2003: Fiesta Bowl Appearance

In 2003, Ken Dorsey and the Miami Hurricanes played in the Fiesta Bowl.

2003: Drafted by 49ers

Ken Dorsey was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in 2003.

2003: NFL Draft

Ken Dorsey was drafted into the NFL by the San Francisco 49ers in 2003.

2005: Starting Quarterback for 49ers

Ken Dorsey started three games for the San Francisco 49ers in 2005 due to Alex Smith's injury.

May 2006: Traded to Cleveland Browns

Ken Dorsey was traded to the Cleveland Browns in May 2006.

September 1, 2007: Released and Re-signed by Browns

Ken Dorsey was released and then re-signed by the Cleveland Browns on September 1, 2007.

2007: Competed for Backup Role

Ken Dorsey competed for the backup quarterback role during the Browns' 2007 training camp.

November 30, 2008: Game Against Colts

On November 30, 2008, Ken Dorsey played in a game against the Indianapolis Colts after Derek Anderson was injured.

2008: Named Starter, then Injured

In 2008, Ken Dorsey was named the starting quarterback for the Browns but was later injured.

February 9, 2009: Released by Browns

Ken Dorsey was released by the Cleveland Browns on February 9, 2009.

May 26, 2010: Signed with Toronto Argonauts

Ken Dorsey signed with the Toronto Argonauts of the CFL on May 26, 2010.

2010: Retirement from CFL

Ken Dorsey retired from professional football in 2010 after playing for the Toronto Argonauts in the CFL.

April 26, 2011: Offensive Coordinator at Riverview High School

Ken Dorsey was named offensive coordinator at Riverview High School on April 26, 2011.

May 3, 2011: Retirement from Professional Football

Ken Dorsey announced his retirement from professional football on May 3, 2011.

August 15, 2011: Hired as Pro Scout by Panthers

Ken Dorsey was hired as a pro scout by the Carolina Panthers on August 15, 2011.

2011: Pro Scout for Carolina Panthers

In 2011, Ken Dorsey worked as a pro scout for the Carolina Panthers.

2012: Continued as Pro Scout

Ken Dorsey continued his role as a pro scout for the Carolina Panthers in 2012.

January 23, 2013: Quarterbacks Coach for Panthers

Ken Dorsey became the quarterbacks coach for the Carolina Panthers on January 23, 2013.

April 11, 2013: University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame Induction

Ken Dorsey was inducted into the University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame on April 11, 2013.

2013: Coaching Career Begins

Ken Dorsey started his coaching career in 2013 as the quarterbacks coach for the Carolina Panthers.

2015: Reached Super Bowl 50

In 2015, Ken Dorsey and the Carolina Panthers made it to Super Bowl 50.

February 7, 2016: Super Bowl 50 Appearance

Ken Dorsey and the Carolina Panthers reached Super Bowl 50 on February 7, 2016, where they lost to the Denver Broncos.

January 9, 2018: Fired by Panthers

Ken Dorsey was fired by the Carolina Panthers on January 9, 2018.

March 26, 2018: Ken Dorsey hired at FIU

On March 26, 2018, Ken Dorsey was hired as the assistant director of athletics for the sports program at Florida International University, effective April 2018. Cam Newton praised Dorsey's work ethic and "killer instinct."

April 2018: Dorsey starts at FIU

Ken Dorsey began his role as assistant director of athletics at Florida International University in April 2018.

February 2, 2019: Dorsey hired by Buffalo Bills

On February 2, 2019, Ken Dorsey was hired by the Buffalo Bills as their quarterbacks coach. He had previously accepted a position at Appalachian State University, but chose to join the Bills.

2020: Dorsey pursued by other teams

Following the 2020 season, Ken Dorsey was reportedly approached by other NFL teams for their offensive coordinator positions, but remained with the Bills.

2021: Dorsey promoted to Passing Game Coordinator

In 2021, the Buffalo Bills promoted Ken Dorsey to passing game coordinator and quarterbacks coach.

February 1, 2022: Dorsey becomes Bills' Offensive Coordinator

On February 1, 2022, Ken Dorsey replaced Brian Daboll as the offensive coordinator for the Buffalo Bills.

2022: Dorsey's first season as OC and tablet incident

During the 2022 season, Ken Dorsey's first as offensive coordinator, the Bills finished second in points and yardage. However, Dorsey also gained attention for an outburst in the coaches' box during a loss against the Miami Dolphins.

November 14, 2023: Dorsey fired by Bills

On November 14, 2023, Ken Dorsey was fired from his position as offensive coordinator for the Buffalo Bills following a 5-5 start to the season and offensive struggles. Joe Brady took over his role.