Robert Tonyan is an American football tight end currently playing for the Kansas City Chiefs. He played college football at Indiana State before entering the NFL as an undrafted free agent with the Detroit Lions in 2017. He spent five seasons (2018-2022) with the Green Bay Packers. Tonyan has also been associated with the Chicago Bears and Minnesota Vikings throughout his professional career.
April 30, 1994: Robert Tonyan Jr. Born
On April 30, 1994, Robert Joseph Tonyan Jr. was born.
May 12, 2017: Signed with Detroit Lions
On May 12, 2017, Robert Tonyan signed a three-year contract with the Detroit Lions as an undrafted free agent, marking the tenth Indiana State player to reach the NFL.
December 8, 2019: Touchdown Reception vs. Washington Redskins
On December 8, 2019, Tonyan caught a 12-yard touchdown pass in a 20–15 win over the Washington Redskins.
April 24, 2020: Re-signed by Green Bay Packers
On April 24, 2020, Tonyan was re-signed by the Packers as an exclusive-rights free agent.
September 20, 2020: Touchdown Reception vs. Detroit Lions
On September 20, 2020, Tonyan caught an 11-yard touchdown pass in a 42–21 win over the Lions.
March 17, 2021: Packers Placed Tender on Tonyan
On March 17, 2021, the Packers placed a second-round restricted free agent tender on Tonyan.
October 28, 2021: Tore ACL against Arizona Cardinals
On October 28, 2021, Tonyan tore his ACL in the week 8 game against the Arizona Cardinals, ending his season.
November 1, 2021: Placed on Injured Reserve
On November 1, 2021, Tonyan was placed on injured reserve due to his ACL tear.
March 20, 2022: Re-signed with Packers
On March 20, 2022, Tonyan re-signed with the Packers on a one-year contract.
March 16, 2023: Signed with Chicago Bears
On March 16, 2023, Tonyan signed a one-year deal with the Chicago Bears.
May 16, 2024: Signed with Minnesota Vikings
On May 16, 2024, Tonyan signed with the Minnesota Vikings.
August 27, 2024: Released by Vikings
On August 27, 2024, Tonyan was released by the Minnesota Vikings and re-signed to the practice squad.
October 3, 2024: Promoted to Vikings Active Roster
On October 3, 2024, Tonyan was promoted to the active roster of the Minnesota Vikings.
October 22, 2024: Released by Vikings
On October 22, 2024, Tonyan was released from the Vikings' active roster but was subsequently re-signed to the practice squad.
November 29, 2024: Released by Vikings
On November 29, 2024, Tonyan was released from the Minnesota Vikings' practice squad.
December 23, 2024: Signed to Chiefs Practice Squad
On December 23, 2024, Tonyan was signed to the Kansas City Chiefs practice squad.
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