Percy Harvin's Success and Achievements in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: February 18, 2025

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Percy Harvin.

Percy Harvin is a former American NFL wide receiver. He played college football for the Florida Gators, winning BCS National Championships in 2006 and 2008, earning All-American honors twice. Drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in 2009, he was named Offensive Rookie of the Year. Harvin also played for the Seattle Seahawks, New York Jets, and Buffalo Bills, winning Super Bowl XLVIII with the Seahawks in 2013. He had earlier success in high school, winning a state championship.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1936: Track and Field Feat

Since 1936, Percy Harvin was the first athlete to win five gold medals at the state track meet.

2000: National Champion Relay Team Member

In 2000, at the age of 12, Percy Harvin was a member of the National Champion 4 × 100 m relay team.

2004: High School State Championship

In 2004, Percy Harvin's Landstown High School team won the high school state championship.

2005: National Junior Player of the Year Honors

After receiving National Junior Player of the Year honors in 2005, Percy Harvin became one of the most highly acclaimed high school football players.

2005: Five State Track Titles

In 2005, Percy Harvin became the first athlete in 69 years to capture five state titles at the Virginia Class AAA state meet.

2006: BCS National Championship

In 2006, Percy Harvin and the Florida Gators won the BCS National Championship.

2007: 100/100 Game

In 2007, Percy Harvin was the first player in University of Florida history to rush for 100 yards and have 100 yards receiving in the same game against Vanderbilt.

2008: Second BCS National Championship

In 2008, Percy Harvin and the Florida Gators won their second BCS National Championship.

2009: NFL Draft and AP Offensive Rookie of the Year

In 2009, Percy Harvin was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the first round and was later named the Associated Press Offensive Rookie of the Year.

January 4, 2010: Pro Bowl Selection

On January 4, 2010, Percy Harvin was added to the 2010 Pro Bowl roster as a kick returner, filling a spot due to DeSean Jackson's selection at multiple positions.

September 11, 2011: 103-Yard Kickoff Return for Touchdown

On September 11, 2011, Percy Harvin returned the opening kickoff 103 yards for a touchdown against the San Diego Chargers, setting a Vikings franchise record.

November 27, 2011: 104-Yard Kickoff Return

On November 27, 2011, Percy Harvin had a 104-yard kickoff return against the Atlanta Falcons, which was the longest non-scoring play in NFL history at the time.