History of Ronyell Whitaker in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: February 23, 2026

Ronyell Whitaker is a former American professional football player who played cornerback in the NFL. He played college football at Virginia Tech before entering the NFL as an undrafted free agent with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2003. Whitaker also played for the Minnesota Vikings, Detroit Lions, and the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in the CFL before retiring in 2010.

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March 19, 1979: Ronyell Whitaker's Birth

On March 19, 1979, Ronyell Deshawn Whitaker was born. He later became an American professional football player.

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2003: Signed by Tampa Bay Buccaneers

In 2003, Ronyell Whitaker was signed by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers of the NFL as an undrafted free agent after playing college football for the Virginia Tech Hokies.

2006: All NFL Europe team selection

In 2006, Ronyell Whitaker led NFL Europe in interceptions and defensive touchdowns with 141 return yards and two touchdowns, earning him a spot on the All NFL Europe team.

February 6, 2007: Release from the Vikings

On February 6, 2007, the Vikings released Ronyell Whitaker after he played for them for 2 seasons.

2008: Brief stint with Detroit Lions

In 2008, Ronyell Whitaker had a brief stint with the Detroit Lions in the NFL before being released just after the end of the 2008-2009 season.

June 25, 2009: Release from Winnipeg Blue Bombers

On June 25, 2009, Ronyell Whitaker was released from the Winnipeg Blue Bombers of the Canadian Football League after signing with them.

2010: Retirement from Professional Football

In 2010, Ronyell Whitaker retired from professional football after playing for the Minnesota Vikings, Detroit Lions, and the Canadian Football League's Winnipeg Blue Bombers.

2011: CEO/Owner of Whitaker Group LLC

As of 2011, Ronyell Whitaker returned to Minnesota as the CEO/Owner of privately-owned Whitaker Group LLC, a Minneapolis-Saint Paul area real estate team, specializing in relocation transactions for the Vikings, as well as short sales.