Career Timeline of Mike Pennel: Major Achievements and Milestones
Discover the career path of Mike Pennel, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Michael Maurice Pennel Jr. is a professional American football nose tackle currently playing for the Cincinnati Bengals in the NFL. He entered the league as an undrafted free agent, signing with the Green Bay Packers in 2014. Prior to his time with the Bengals, Pennel played for the New York Jets, Atlanta Falcons, and Chicago Bears. Pennel played college football for the Scottsdale Fighting Artichokes, the Arizona State Sun Devils and the CSU Pueblo ThunderWolves.
May 12, 2014: Signed with Green Bay Packers
On May 12, 2014, Mike Pennel signed with the Green Bay Packers after going unselected in the NFL draft. He joined Jayrone Elliott as undrafted players to make the Packers' roster.
2014: Signed with the Green Bay Packers
In 2014, Mike Pennel was signed by the Green Bay Packers as an undrafted free agent in the National Football League (NFL).
2015: Played in all 16 games for the Packers
In 2015, Mike Pennel appeared in all 16 games with 5 starts for the Green Bay Packers, recording 24 tackles, one sack, and one forced fumble.
February 19, 2016: Suspended for violating substance abuse policy
On February 19, 2016, Mike Pennel was suspended for the first four games of the 2016 season for violating the league's substance abuse policy.
January 9, 2017: Released by the Packers
On January 9, 2017, Mike Pennel was released by the Green Bay Packers.
February 6, 2017: Claimed off waivers by the New York Jets
On February 6, 2017, Mike Pennel was claimed off waivers by the New York Jets.
March 16, 2018: Signed three-year contract with the Jets
On March 16, 2018, Mike Pennel signed a three-year contract with the New York Jets.
February 19, 2019: Jets declined contract option
On February 19, 2019, the Jets declined the option on Mike Pennel's contract, making him a free agent at the start of the new league year.
March 14, 2019: Signed with the New England Patriots
On March 14, 2019, Mike Pennel signed a two-year contract with the New England Patriots.
October 19, 2019: Signed with the Kansas City Chiefs
On October 19, 2019, Mike Pennel signed with the Kansas City Chiefs.
January 19, 2020: AFC Championship Game Victory
On January 19, 2020, Mike Pennel helped the Kansas City Chiefs defeat the Tennessee Titans in the AFC Championship Game.
April 6, 2020: Re-signed with the Chiefs
On April 6, 2020, Mike Pennel was re-signed to a one-year contract with the Kansas City Chiefs.
June 18, 2021: Signed with the Chicago Bears
On June 18, 2021, Mike Pennel signed a one-year deal with the Chicago Bears.
September 15, 2021: Signed to Falcons' Practice Squad
On September 15, 2021, Mike Pennel was signed to the practice squad of the Atlanta Falcons.
June 13, 2022: Signed with the Chicago Bears
On June 13, 2022, Mike Pennel signed with the Chicago Bears.
October 24, 2023: Signed to Chiefs' Practice Squad
On October 24, 2023, Mike Pennel was signed to the Kansas City Chiefs' practice squad.
March 13, 2024: Re-signed with the Chiefs
On March 13, 2024, Mike Pennel re-signed with the Kansas City Chiefs.
March 24, 2025: Re-signed with the Chiefs
On March 24, 2025, Mike Pennel re-signed with the Chiefs on a one-year contract.
September 1, 2025: Signed to Bengals' practice squad
On September 1, 2025, Mike Pennel was signed to the Cincinnati Bengals' practice squad.
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