History of Nate Burleson in Timeline
Nate Burleson is a Canadian-American television host, football commentator, and former NFL wide receiver. He achieved All-American honors playing college football for the Nevada Wolf Pack. Drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in 2003, he played for them, the Seattle Seahawks, and the Detroit Lions during his NFL career before transitioning to broadcasting.
17 hours ago : Nate Burleson Launches LionBlood Vodka with Valentine Distilling; Gayle King's Outfit Choice
Former Detroit Lion Nate Burleson launched LionBlood vodka with Valentine Distilling Co. Gayle King wore a figure-hugging outfit chosen by her CBS co-anchor. Burleson ventures into the spirits industry.
August 19, 1981: Nate Burleson's Birth
On August 19, 1981, Nathaniel Eugene Burleson was born. He is a Canadian-American television host, football commentator, and former NFL player.
1983: Move to the United States
In 1983, Nate Burleson's family moved back to the United States when his father signed with the Los Angeles Express of the USFL.
1999: State Title in Hurdles
In 1999, Nate Burleson won the state title in the 300-meter hurdles with a time of 38.70 seconds.
2003: NFL Rookie Season
In 2003, Nate Burleson began his rookie season with the Minnesota Vikings after being drafted in the third round.
2003: Drafted by the Minnesota Vikings
In 2003, Nate Burleson was selected by the Minnesota Vikings in the third round of the NFL draft.
2004: Breakout Season with the Vikings
In 2004, Nate Burleson had a breakout season with the Minnesota Vikings, achieving over 1,000 receiving yards for the first time in his career.
2004: Career Best Season
In 2004, Nate Burleson had his best season of his career, catching 68 passes for 1,006 yards and nine touchdowns while playing for the Vikings.
2007: Seahawk Team Record
In 2007, Nate Burleson set the Seahawk team record for most punt return yards in a single season.
September 7, 2008: Season-Ending Knee Injury
On September 7, 2008, Nate Burleson tore a ligament in his knee during Seattle's season opener against the Bills, leading to him being placed on injured reserve for the rest of the season.
March 5, 2010: Signed with Detroit Lions
On March 5, 2010, Nate Burleson agreed to a five-year $25 million contract with the Detroit Lions.
2011: "Good Guy Award"
In 2011, Nate Burleson was named recipient of the Detroit Lions-Detroit Sports Broadcasters Association/Pro Football Writers Association's Media-Friendly "Good Guy Award" for his interactions with the media.
2012: Attended Broadcast Boot Camp
In 2012, Nate Burleson attended a Broadcast Boot Camp put on by the NFL.
September 24, 2013: Forearm Fracture in Car Crash
On September 24, 2013, Nate Burleson fractured his forearm in two places in an early morning, single-car crash allegedly while trying to save a pizza.
February 13, 2014: Cut from the Detroit Lions
On February 13, 2014, Nate Burleson was cut from the Detroit Lions.
April 6, 2014: Signed with Cleveland Browns
On April 6, 2014, Nate Burleson signed a one-year deal with the Cleveland Browns.
2014: Began Working as an Analyst
After his playing career ended in 2014, Nate Burleson began working as an analyst for the NFL Network.
2015: Color Commentator for Detroit Lions
In 2015, Nate Burleson was a color commentator for the Detroit Lions preseason broadcast team on the Detroit Lions Television Network.
2016: Good Morning Football Debut
In 2016, Good Morning Football debuted on NFL Network with Nate Burleson as a co-host.
2017: Joined The NFL Today
In 2017, Nate Burleson joined the NFL on CBS team as a studio analyst for The NFL Today.
2019: Correspondent for Extra
In 2019, Nate Burleson became a New York correspondent for the entertainment news program Extra.
2021: End of Extra Correspondent Role
In 2021, Nate Burleson ended his role as a New York correspondent for the entertainment news program Extra.
2021: Expanded Work with CBS
In 2021, Nate Burleson expanded his work with CBS, becoming the color commentator for the NFL Wild Card game on Nickelodeon and hosting The Challenge: All Stars reunion show on Paramount+.
2021: Sports Emmy Award Win
In 2021, Nate Burleson won a Sports Emmy Award for Outstanding Studio Analyst.
2022: Nickelodeon Broadcast
In 2022, Nate Burleson reteamed with Noah Eagle and Gabrielle Nevaeh Green on Nickelodeon's Wild Card broadcast and Christmas Day broadcast.
2022: Second Sports Emmy Award Win
In 2022, Nate Burleson won his second Sports Emmy Award for Outstanding Studio Analyst.
2023: Kids' Choice Awards
In 2023, It was announced that Nate Burleson would co-host the Kids' Choice Awards with Charli D'Amelio.
June 11, 2024: Burleson to Host Hollywood Squares Revival
On June 11, 2024, it was announced that Nate Burleson would host a revival of the classic game show Hollywood Squares.
January 16, 2025: Hollywood Squares Revival Premiere
The revival of the classic game show Hollywood Squares, hosted by Nate Burleson, premiered on January 16, 2025.
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