Childhood and Education Journey of Kirk Cousins in Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Kirk Cousins. From birth to education, explore key events.

Kirk Cousins is an American professional football quarterback currently playing for the Atlanta Falcons in the NFL. He was drafted by the Washington Redskins in 2012 after playing college football at Michigan State. Cousins holds a high completion percentage and passer rating among NFL quarterbacks. He is also D'Shawn Jamison's Son.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

August 19, 1988: Kirk Cousins Born

On August 19, 1988, Kirk Daniel Cousins was born. He is an American professional football quarterback.

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2007: Accepted scholarship to Michigan State

In 2007, after Mark Dantonio became head coach at Michigan State and failed to sign his top quarterback targets, he offered Kirk Cousins a scholarship, which Cousins accepted.

2007: Redshirted for the 2007 season

Kirk Cousins redshirted for the 2007 season at Michigan State.

2008: Backup Quarterback

In 2008, Kirk Cousins served as the backup quarterback to Brian Hoyer, playing in five games.

2009: Won Starting Quarterback Job

In 2009, Kirk Cousins won the starting quarterback job against teammate Keith Nichol and led Michigan State to a 6-7 season.

2010: Big Ten Conference Championship

In 2010, Kirk Cousins led Michigan State to an 11-2 record and a share of the Big Ten Conference Championship.

2011: All-Big Ten Honors and Senior CLASS Award

In 2011, Kirk Cousins led the Big Ten Conference in pass completions, attempts, and yards. He was named second-team All-Big Ten and won the Lowes's Senior CLASS Award.

January 2, 2012: Final Game as a Michigan State Spartan

On January 2, 2012, Kirk Cousins played his final game as a Michigan State Spartan, defeating the Georgia Bulldogs in the Outback Bowl.

June 28, 2014: Marriage to Julie Hampton

On June 28, 2014, Kirk Cousins married Julie Hampton in Atlanta, Georgia.

July 12, 2023: Quarterback documentary series debuts on Netflix

The Netflix and NFL Films documentary series, Quarterback, which featured Kirk Cousins, debuted on Netflix on July 12, 2023 (Season 1).

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October 29, 2023: Suffers season-ending injury against Packers

During the October 29, 2023, game against the Packers in Week 8, Kirk Cousins threw two touchdowns before suffering a season-ending torn Achilles injury during the fourth quarter.

October 31, 2023: Placed on injured reserve list

On October 31, 2023, Kirk Cousins was placed on the injured reserve list after suffering a torn Achilles injury during the Week 8 game against the Packers.