History of Mason Rudolph (American football) in Timeline

Mason Rudolph is an American football quarterback currently playing for the Pittsburgh Steelers. He played college football at Oklahoma State University, where he won the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award. Rudolph was drafted by the Steelers in the third round of the 2018 NFL Draft. He also spent some time with the Tennessee Titans.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

July 17, 1995: Mason Rudolph's Birth

On July 17, 1995, Brett Mason Rudolph III was born. He would grow up to become a professional football quarterback.

2014: Freshman Season

In 2014, Mason Rudolph entered his true freshman season as a third-string quarterback. He later started his first career game against the Baylor Bears after injuries to the quarterbacks ahead of him.

2015: Cactus Bowl Victory

In 2015, Mason Rudolph played in the Cactus Bowl victory against the Washington Huskies.

2015: Named the Starter

In 2015, Mason Rudolph was named the starting quarterback for Oklahoma State, a role he maintained for the rest of his college career.

2017: Awards and Honors

In 2017, Mason Rudolph received the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award, Sammy Baugh Trophy, was named second-team All Big-12, and was the Camping World Bowl MVP.

March 15, 2018: Oklahoma State's Pro Day

On March 15, 2018, Mason Rudolph participated at Oklahoma State's pro day and completed the three-cone drill, short shuttle, broad jump, and ran passing drills. He also met with scouts and team representatives from the Pittsburgh Steelers, New York Giants, and Los Angeles Chargers.

May 23, 2018: Signed Steelers Contract

On May 23, 2018, Mason Rudolph signed a four-year contract with the Steelers worth $3.92 million, including a signing bonus of $932,264.

2018: Third-String Quarterback

During training camp in 2018, Mason Rudolph was named the third quarterback for the Steelers behind Ben Roethlisberger, not receiving a single snap that season.

2018: Drafted by the Steelers

In 2018, Mason Rudolph was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the third round of the NFL draft.

October 16, 2019: Cleared from Concussion Protocol

On October 16, 2019, Mason Rudolph was cleared from concussion protocol after suffering a concussion in a game against the Baltimore Ravens.

December 24, 2019: Placed on Injured Reserve

On December 24, 2019, Mason Rudolph was placed on injured reserve after suffering a sternoclavicular joint dislocation in his shoulder during a game against the New York Jets.

2019: Brawl with Myles Garrett

During a game against the Cleveland Browns in 2019, Mason Rudolph was involved in a brawl with Myles Garrett, who struck Rudolph in the head with Rudolph's own helmet. Rudolph was later fined $50,000 for his role in the scuffle.

2019: 2019 Season Stats

Mason Rudolph's stats for the 2019 season included 1,765 passing yards, 13 touchdowns, and nine interceptions in 10 games and eight starts.

December 29, 2020: Start Against Browns

On December 29, 2020, Mason Rudolph started the regular-season finale against the Cleveland Browns, completing 22-of-39 passes for 315 yards, two touchdowns, and an interception.

2020: Second-String Quarterback

Heading into the 2020 season, Mason Rudolph was named the second-string quarterback behind Ben Roethlisberger.

2020: 2020 Season Stats

Mason Rudolph finished the 2020 season with 324 passing yards, two touchdowns, and one interception in five games and one start.

April 29, 2021: Signed Contract Extension

On April 29, 2021, Mason Rudolph signed a one-year contract extension with the Steelers.

2021: Steelers' Confidence in Rudolph

Following the 2021 season, the Steelers staff expressed confidence in Mason Rudolph, with the general manager stating that the team would "build around" him.

September 5, 2022: Second-String Quarterback Listing

On September 5, 2022, the Steelers' official depth chart listed Mason Rudolph as the second-string quarterback, which was later corrected.

2022: Relieved Mitchell Trubisky

In 2022, Mason Rudolph relieved Mitchell Trubisky in the fourth quarter against the Indianapolis Colts, completing two of three passes for three yards.

2022: Backup Quarterback

Through 2022, Mason Rudolph served primarily as a backup quarterback for the Steelers, making occasional starts.

May 2023: Signed Steelers Deal

In May 2023, Mason Rudolph signed a one-year deal with the Steelers for a guaranteed salary of $1.35 million.

2023: Returned to the Field

During the Steelers' Week 2 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in 2023, Mason Rudolph saw the field for the first time since the 2023 season, relieving Aaron Rodgers late in the game.

2023: Third-String to Starter

In 2023, Mason Rudolph re-signed with the Steelers and, after starting the season as the third-string quarterback, was named the starter late in the season.

March 15, 2024: Signed Titans Deal

On March 15, 2024, Mason Rudolph signed a one-year deal with the Tennessee Titans.

2024: 2024 Season Stats

Mason Rudolph finished the 2024 season with 1,450 passing yards, nine touchdowns, and nine interceptions, along with 25 carries for 106 yards and a touchdown, in eight games and five starts.