History of Ron Pitts in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: August 27, 2024

"Ronnie" Dwayne Pitts is a former professional American football cornerback who played in the National Football League for 17 seasons. He played college football for UCLA, and was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in the second round of the 1981 NFL Draft. Pitts played ten seasons with the Bills, and is considered one of the greatest defensive players in Bills history, helping them to four consecutive Super Bowl appearances. Pitts played his final seven seasons with the Green Bay Packers, and helped them to a victory in Super Bowl XXXI. He is a member of both the Pro Football Hall of Fame and the College Football Hall of Fame. Since retiring from the NFL, Pitts has worked as a sportscaster, currently serving as a studio analyst for Fox NFL Sunday.

1938: Birth of Elijah Pitts

Ron Pitts's father, Elijah Pitts, was born in 1938.

October 14, 1962: Birth of Ron Pitts

Ron Pitts was born on October 14, 1962.

1967: Mention in Instant Replay

Ron Pitts was mentioned in Jerry Kramer's book "Instant Replay," which chronicled the 1967 Packers season.

1978: Pitts Family Moves to Buffalo

In 1978, Ron Pitts's family moved to the Buffalo area.

1981: High School Graduation

Ron Pitts graduated from Orchard Park High School in 1981.

1984: College Football and Japan Bowl Appearance

In 1984, Ron Pitts played his senior season of college football at UCLA and participated in the Japan Bowl, where his interception contributed to the West team's victory.

1984: Repo Man Mention

Ron Pitts received a mention in the 1984 film Repo Man during a college football radio broadcast scene.

1985: NFL Draft and Injury

Ron Pitts was drafted into the NFL in 1985 but experienced an injury during mini-camp, causing him to miss the season.

1986: Start of NFL Career

Ron Pitts began his NFL career, playing as a defensive back.

December 1988: Punt Return Touchdown

Ron Pitts returned a punt for a touchdown against the Phoenix Cardinals in December 1988.

1990: End of NFL Career

Ron Pitts's NFL playing career ended in 1990 after playing 66 games and securing seven interceptions.

1994: Broadcasting Career Begins at Fox Sports

Ron Pitts embarked on his broadcasting career with Fox Sports in 1994, initially as an analyst.

1995: Collaboration with Thom Brennaman

Ron Pitts worked as an analyst alongside Thom Brennaman from 1995 to 1997.

1996: The Birdcage Appearance

Ron Pitts had a speaking role as a TV Reporter in the 1996 film The Birdcage.

1997: Conclusion of Partnership with Brennaman

Ron Pitts's partnership with Thom Brennaman as an analyst concluded in 1997.

1998: Death of Elijah Pitts

Elijah Pitts, Ron Pitts's father and a former running back for the Packers, passed away in 1998.

1998: Analyst Alongside Ray Bentley

From 1998 to 2000, Ron Pitts worked with Ray Bentley as an analyst.

2000: End of Partnership with Bentley

Ron Pitts's time working with Ray Bentley as an analyst concluded.

2001: Lead Sideline Reporter for Summerall and Madden

Ron Pitts was promoted to lead sideline reporter in 2001, working with Pat Summerall and John Madden.

2002: Play-by-Play Announcer with Various Partners

In 2002, Ron Pitts transitioned to play-by-play announcing, working with several partners like Dwight Clark, Marv Levy, John Jurkovic, and Dave Krieg.