History of Kenny Pickett in Timeline
Kenny Pickett is an American football quarterback currently playing for the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFL. He gained recognition during his college career at the University of Pittsburgh, where he earned the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award. Pickett was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft before being traded to the Eagles.
1976: Best Record Since 1976
In 2021, Pittsburgh finished with an 11-2 record in games Pickett started, their best since 1976.
June 6, 1998: Birth of Kenny Pickett
On June 6, 1998, Kenneth Shane Pickett was born. He is now a professional football quarterback.
2004: Roethlisberger Drafted
In 2004, the Steelers drafted Ben Roethlisberger, the last time they drafted a quarterback so high before drafting Pickett in 2022.
2017: High School Graduation
In 2017, Kenny Pickett graduated from Ocean Township High School.
2017: First Career Start
In 2017, Kenny Pickett started his first career game for Pittsburgh against Miami, leading the team to an upset victory.
2018: ACC Coastal Division Championship
In 2018, Kenny Pickett led Pittsburgh to their first ever Atlantic Coast Conference Coastal Division Championship.
2019: Quick Lane Bowl Victory
In 2019, Kenny Pickett led the Panthers to a victory in the Quick Lane Bowl against Eastern Michigan, throwing for 361 yards and three touchdowns.
2019: Sister Becomes Coach
In 2019, Kenny Pickett's sister, Alex Pickett, became the coach of Seton Hill University's women's soccer team.
2020: Shortened Season
In 2020, Kenny Pickett and the Panthers played in a shortened season due to the COVID-19 pandemic, going 6-5. The Panthers also opted out of a bowl game.
2020: Extra Year of Eligibility
In 2020, the NCAA granted all fall athletes an extra year of eligibility due to COVID-19.
2021: Return as Starting Quarterback
In 2021, Kenny Pickett used his extra year of eligibility to return as the Panthers' starting quarterback.
September 6, 2022: Backup Quarterback
On September 6, 2022, Kenny Pickett was named the backup quarterback for the Steelers.
October 4, 2022: Named Starter
On October 4, 2022, Kenny Pickett was named the starting quarterback for the Steelers.
December 20, 2022: Franco Harris Death
On December 20, 2022, Steelers legend Franco Harris died unexpectedly.
2022: Residency in Cranberry
From 2022 Kenny Pickett resided in Cranberry, a suburb of Pittsburgh.
2022: Season Statistics
In 2022, Kenny Pickett finished with the lowest touchdown percentage of all eligible starting quarterbacks in the league.
2022: Drafted by Steelers
In 2022, Kenny Pickett was selected by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the first round of the NFL draft.
March 13, 2023: Game Ball Displayed
On March 13, 2023, the game ball from the Steelers' victory over the Las Vegas Raiders was put on display in the Professional Football Hall of Fame.
June 24, 2023: Marriage to Amy Paternoster
On June 24, 2023, Kenny Pickett married Amy Paternoster.
2023: Russell Wilson Signing
Following the 2023 season, the Steelers signed Russell Wilson, leading to Pickett requesting a trade.
March 2024: Traded to the Eagles
In March 2024, Kenny Pickett was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles after struggling in Pittsburgh. He won Super Bowl LIX with the Eagles, entering the game in the final moments to close out the victory over the Kansas City Chiefs
March 16, 2024: Traded to Eagles
On March 16, 2024, Kenny Pickett was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles.
2024: House Sold
In early 2024, Kenny Pickett sold his home in Cranberry following his trade to the Philadelphia Eagles.
2025: Future Draft Picks
As part of the trade in March 2024, the Steelers and Eagles exchanged draft picks for 2025.
