History of Raheem Mostert in Timeline

Raheem Mostert is a professional American football running back currently playing for the Las Vegas Raiders in the NFL. He previously played college football at Purdue University. He is known for his speed and explosiveness as a running back.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

1986: Eric Dickerson's 248 Rushing Yards Record

In 1986, Eric Dickerson set the NFL postseason record with 248 rushing yards.

April 9, 1992: Raheem Mostert's Birth

On April 9, 1992, Dominique Raheem Mostert was born. He is an American professional football running back.

Others born on this day/year

October 2010: Big Ten Conference Freshman of the Week

In October 2010, Raheem Mostert was named the Big Ten Conference Freshman of the Week after a game against Wisconsin, becoming the first Purdue freshman to receive the honor since Rob Henry. He racked up 206 yards on five kickoff returns against Wisconsin.

2010: Central Florida All-Star Game MVP

In 2010, Raheem Mostert was named MVP of the Central Florida All-Star Game. He caught three passes for almost 100 yards and returned a kickoff for a 94-yard touchdown.

2010: FHSAA 3A District 6 title

In 2010, Raheem Mostert won the FHSAA 3A District 6 title in the 300-meter hurdles.

January 14, 2011: Committed to Purdue University

On January 14, 2011, Raheem Mostert committed to Purdue University for football, choosing Purdue over multiple other university scholarship offers.

2011: FHSAA 3A Outdoor State Finals

In 2011, Raheem Mostert finished first in the 100 meters at the FHSAA 3A Outdoor State Finals, with a time of 10.68 seconds, and placed fourth in the 300-meter hurdles with a personal-best time of 37.95 seconds.

2011: School Record at Purdue

In 2011, during his first collegiate season, Raheem Mostert set a school record by averaging 33.5 yards a return, with a 99-yard touchdown return in the Little Caesars Pizza Bowl against Western Michigan.

May 2012: Jet Award Watch List

In May 2012, Raheem Mostert was named to the preseason Jet Award watch list, an award given to the top return specialist in the NCAA. During spring practice, he was named a captain for the 2012 season.

2013: Purdue Season

During the 2013 season, Raheem Mostert at Purdue finished with 11 carries for 37 yards, along with 11 kick returns for 258 yards and a touchdown.

2014: Big Ten Indoor Track and Field Championships

In 2014, Raheem Mostert won gold in both the 60 meters (6.63s) and 200 meters (20.73s) at the Big Ten Indoor Track and Field Championships. He also qualified for the 2014 NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships in the 100 meters (10.15s), 200 meters (20.65s) and as a member of 4x100-meter relay squad.

2014: Increased Role at Purdue

In the 2014 season, Raheem Mostert's role at Purdue expanded, finishing with 93 carries for 529 yards and three touchdowns, along with 34 kick returns for 731 yards.

2014: College Football at Purdue Concludes

Raheem Mostert concluded his college football career at Purdue in 2014.

September 4, 2015: Cut by Philadelphia Eagles

On September 4, 2015, despite leading the NFL in yards from the line of scrimmage in the preseason, Raheem Mostert was cut by the Philadelphia Eagles.

September 14, 2015: Signed by Miami Dolphins

On September 14, 2015, Raheem Mostert was signed by the Miami Dolphins off the Eagles' practice squad.

October 13, 2015: Released by Miami Dolphins

On October 13, 2015, Raheem Mostert was released by the Miami Dolphins with the intention of moving him to the practice squad.

October 14, 2015: Signed by Baltimore Ravens

On October 14, 2015, Raheem Mostert was signed by the Baltimore Ravens after Lorenzo Taliaferro suffered a season-ending injury.

December 15, 2015: Cut by Baltimore Ravens

On December 15, 2015, Raheem Mostert was cut by the Baltimore Ravens to move him to the practice squad; he was then claimed by the Cleveland Browns.

December 16, 2015: Claimed by Cleveland Browns

On December 16, 2015, Raheem Mostert was claimed off waivers by the Cleveland Browns and was named the starting kick returner for the final three games.

March 7, 2016: Signed Browns' Tender Offer

On March 7, 2016, Raheem Mostert signed the Browns' one-year tender offer.

September 4, 2016: Waived by Cleveland Browns

On September 4, 2016, Raheem Mostert was waived by the Cleveland Browns to make room for other players.

September 6, 2016: Signed to Jets Practice Squad

On September 6, 2016, Raheem Mostert was signed to the New York Jets practice squad.

September 13, 2016: Signed to Chicago Bears' Practice Squad

On September 13, 2016, Raheem Mostert was signed to the Chicago Bears' practice squad.

October 3, 2016: Released by Bears

On October 3, 2016, Raheem Mostert was released by the Chicago Bears.

November 24, 2016: Released by the Bears

On November 24, 2016, Raheem Mostert was released again by the Chicago Bears.

November 28, 2016: Signed to 49ers' Practice Squad

On November 28, 2016, Raheem Mostert was signed to the San Francisco 49ers' practice squad.

2016: 2016 Season Statistics

Raheem Mostert finished the 2016 season with 68 return yards and a six-yard carry.

December 31, 2016: Promoted to 49ers Active Roster

On December 31, 2016, Raheem Mostert was promoted to the active roster of the San Francisco 49ers and played in the regular-season finale.

March 3, 2017: Marriage to Devon Beckwith

On March 3, 2017, Raheem Mostert married Devon Beckwith.

November 29, 2017: Placed on Injured Reserve

On November 29, 2017, Raheem Mostert was placed on injured reserve. During the 2017 season he recorded six carries for 30 rushing yards and 83 return yards in 11 games.

June 2018: Birth of Son Gunnar Grey

In June 2018, Raheem Mostert and Devon Beckwith welcomed their first child, Gunnar Grey.

November 2, 2018: Placed on Injured Reserve

On November 2, 2018, Raheem Mostert was placed on injured reserve after fracturing his forearm during a game against the Oakland Raiders. Earlier in the game, he scored his first NFL touchdown.

2018: 2018 Season Statistics

Raheem Mostert's 2018 season concluded with 34 carries for 261 yards and a touchdown, along with six receptions for 25 yards in nine games.

March 15, 2019: Signed Contract Extension with 49ers

On March 15, 2019, Raheem Mostert signed a three-year contract extension with the San Francisco 49ers.

2019: NFC Championship Game

During the 2019 NFC Championship Game, Raheem Mostert rushed 29 times for a franchise postseason record of 220 yards and four touchdowns. The 49ers won 37-20 against the Packers.

2019: 2019 Season Statistics

Raheem Mostert finished the 2019 season with 137 carries for 772 yards and eight touchdowns, along with 14 receptions for 180 yards and two touchdowns in 16 games.

July 8, 2020: Trade Request from 49ers

On July 8, 2020, Raheem Mostert requested a trade from the 49ers, but later rescinded the request after securing a restructured contract.

September 22, 2020: Birth of Son Neeko

On September 22, 2020, Raheem Mostert's second son, Neeko, was born.

2020: 2020 Season Statistics

Raheem Mostert finished the 2020 season with 104 carries for 521 yards and two touchdowns, along with 16 receptions for 156 yards and a touchdown in eight games.

March 17, 2022: Signed with the Dolphins

On March 17, 2022, Raheem Mostert signed a one-year contract with the Miami Dolphins.

June 7, 2022: Birth of Son Myles

On June 7, 2022, Raheem Mostert's third son, Myles, was born.

March 15, 2023: Signed Contract Extension with Dolphins

On March 15, 2023, Raheem Mostert signed a two-year, $5.6 million contract extension with the Miami Dolphins.

2023: First Pro Bowl Selection

In 2023, Raheem Mostert earned his first Pro Bowl selection while playing with the Miami Dolphins.

January 3, 2024: Selected to First Pro Bowl

On January 3, 2024, Raheem Mostert was selected to his first Pro Bowl after leading the NFL in total (rushing/receiving) touchdowns with 21.

2024: 2024 Season Statistics

Raheem Mostert appeared in 13 games in the 2024 season. He finished with 85 carries for 278 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns to go with 19 receptions for 161 receiving yards.