Career Timeline of Marcedes Lewis: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Marcedes Lewis built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Marcedes Lewis is a professional American football tight end, currently active in the NFL as of the 2024 season. He played college football at UCLA, where he achieved All-American status. Lewis was drafted in the first round of the 2006 NFL draft by the Jacksonville Jaguars and is currently the sole remaining active player from that draft class. His longevity in the sport marks a notable career achievement.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2005: John Mackey Award

In 2005, as a senior, Marcedes Lewis was named a first-team All-Pacific-10 selection, a consensus All-American, and won the John Mackey Award as the top tight end in college football.

July 2006: Signed Jaguars Contract

In July 2006, Marcedes Lewis signed a five-year, $7.5 million contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars, including $4.9 million guaranteed.

2006: NFL Debut and First Touchdown

In 2006, Marcedes Lewis made his NFL debut in Week 1 against the Pittsburgh Steelers. He scored his first professional touchdown in Week 12 against the Buffalo Bills and finished the season with 13 receptions for 126 receiving yards and one touchdown.

2007: Expanded Role with Jaguars

In the 2007 season, Marcedes Lewis saw an expanded role with the Jaguars, recording 37 receptions for 391 receiving yards and two touchdowns. He started all 16 games.

2008: Continued Starts for Jaguars

In 2008, Marcedes Lewis continued to start all 16 games for the Jacksonville Jaguars, recording 41 receptions for 489 receiving yards and two touchdowns.

2009: Consistent Performance

In the 2009 season, Marcedes Lewis started all 16 games for the Jaguars and recorded 32 receptions for 518 receiving yards and two touchdowns.

2010: Pro Bowl Selection

In the 2010 season, Marcedes Lewis matched the Jaguars single-season touchdown receptions record with 10 and was selected to his first Pro Bowl. He started all 16 games.

February 24, 2011: Jaguars Franchise Tag

On February 24, 2011, the Jaguars placed the franchise tag on Marcedes Lewis.

August 5, 2011: Signed Contract with Jaguars

On August 5, 2011, Marcedes Lewis signed a five-year contract with the Jaguars reportedly worth about $35 million ($17 million guaranteed).

2012: First 100-Yard Game

In the final game of the 2012 regular season against the Tennessee Titans, Marcedes Lewis had seven receptions for 103 receiving yards, marking his first game going over the 100-yard mark. He finished the season with 52 receptions for 540 receiving yards and four touchdowns.

2013: Touchdown Streak

In the 2013 season, Marcedes Lewis totaled 25 receptions for 359 receiving yards and four touchdowns in 11 games. The four receiving touchdowns all came in four consecutive games from Week 13 to Week 16.

2014: Production in 2014 Season

In the 2014 season, Marcedes Lewis had 18 receptions for 206 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns.

2015: Consistent Production

Marcedes Lewis maintained his consistent production in the 2015 season, with 16 receptions for 226 receiving yards in 16 games, all starts.

March 9, 2016: Re-Signed with Jaguars

On March 9, 2016, Marcedes Lewis re-signed a three-year, $12 million contract to remain with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

2017: Postseason Touchdown

In 2017, Marcedes Lewis recorded his first postseason touchdown in the AFC Championship loss to the New England Patriots. During Week 3, he also recorded a career-high three receiving touchdowns.

March 20, 2018: Released by Jaguars

On March 20, 2018, Marcedes Lewis was released by the Jacksonville Jaguars after 12 seasons with the team.

May 24, 2018: Signed with Green Bay Packers

On May 24, 2018, Marcedes Lewis signed a one-year, $2.1 million contract with the Green Bay Packers.

November 4, 2018: First Catch as a Packer

On November 4, 2018, Marcedes Lewis caught his first pass as a Green Bay Packer during a Week 9 loss to the New England Patriots.

March 18, 2019: Re-signed with Packers

On March 18, 2019, Marcedes Lewis re-signed with the Green Bay Packers on a one-year, $2.1 million contract.

December 1, 2019: First Touchdown as a Packer

On December 1, 2019, Marcedes Lewis caught his first touchdown as a Green Bay Packer, a one-yard reception from Aaron Rodgers, during a Week 13 victory over the New York Giants.