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Riley Patterson

Riley Patterson is an American football kicker currently playing for the Miami Dolphins in the NFL. Prior to joining the Dolphins, he played college football at Memphis. He has also spent time with multiple other NFL teams, including the Detroit Lions, Jacksonville Jaguars, Cleveland Browns, and New York Jets. Patterson's professional career is focused on his role as a placekicker.

September 7, 1999: Riley Patterson Born

On September 7, 1999, Riley Patterson was born in Edwardsville, Illinois.

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November 16, 2021: Signed by Detroit Lions

On November 16, 2021, Riley Patterson was signed by the Detroit Lions off the Patriots practice squad and made two extra points in his NFL debut against the Chicago Bears.

December 5, 2021: First Field Goal

On December 5, 2021, Riley Patterson made his first field goal in a game against the Minnesota Vikings.

August 31, 2022: Claimed by Jacksonville Jaguars

On August 31, 2022, Riley Patterson was claimed off waivers by the Jacksonville Jaguars.

January 14, 2023: Game-Winning Field Goal

On January 14, 2023, Riley Patterson kicked the game-winning field goal to help the Jaguars complete a 31–30 comeback win over the Los Angeles Chargers in the Wild Card Round.

May 25, 2023: Traded to the Lions

On May 25, 2023, Riley Patterson was traded to the Lions in exchange for an undisclosed draft pick following his release from Jacksonville.

December 17, 2023: Inactive due to missed points

On December 17, 2023, Riley Patterson was inactive for the Detroit Lions due to missing two extra points in three games. He was replaced by Michael Badgley.

December 25, 2023: Signed to Cleveland Browns' practice squad

On December 25, 2023, Riley Patterson signed to the Cleveland Browns' practice squad following an injury to their starting kicker Dustin Hopkins.

February 6, 2024: Returned to Jaguars

On February 6, 2024, Riley Patterson returned to the Jaguars by signing a reserve/future contract with the team.

July 29, 2024: Waived by Jaguars

On July 29, 2024, Riley Patterson was waived by the Jacksonville Jaguars after losing out on a roster spot to Cam Little.

July 31, 2024: Claimed by Washington Commanders

On July 31, 2024, Riley Patterson was claimed off waivers by the Washington Commanders.

October 30, 2024: Signed with NY Jets Practice Squad

On October 30, 2024, Riley Patterson signed with the New York Jets practice squad.

November 29, 2024: Signed to Falcons' practice squad

On November 29, 2024, Riley Patterson was signed to the Atlanta Falcons' practice squad.

December 10, 2024: Signed to Browns' practice squad

On December 10, 2024, Riley Patterson was signed to the Cleveland Browns' practice squad.

December 18, 2024: Signed to Falcons Active Roster

On December 18, 2024, Riley Patterson was signed to the Atlanta Falcons' active roster off the Browns practice squad.

August 27, 2025: Signed to Dolphins' practice squad

On August 27, 2025, Riley Patterson was signed to the Miami Dolphins' practice squad following an injury to Jason Sanders.