History of Shannon Sharpe in Timeline

Shannon Sharpe is a former American football tight end, renowned as one of the best ever to play the position. He spent 14 seasons in the NFL, mainly with the Denver Broncos. Sharpe holds high rankings among tight ends in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns, and was the first tight end to surpass 10,000 receiving yards. His accomplishments led to his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2011.

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June 26, 1968: Shannon Sharpe's Birth

On June 26, 1968, Shannon Sharpe was born. He would later become a professional football tight end.

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1987: All-SIAC Selection and SIAC Player of the Year

In 1987, Shannon Sharpe was selected as All-Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) selection and the SIAC Player of the Year.

1988: Tigers Record

In 1988, Sharpe led the Tigers' football team to a 7-3 record.

1989: Kodak Division II All-American

In 1989, Shannon Sharpe was selected as a Kodak Division II All-American.

1990: Drafted by Denver Broncos

In 1990, Shannon Sharpe was selected by the Denver Broncos in the seventh round of the NFL draft after playing college football for the Savannah State Tigers.

1992: Pro Bowl Selection

In 1992, Shannon Sharpe was selected to his first of several Pro Bowls.

1993: Postseason Record

In a 1993 playoff game against the Los Angeles Raiders, Shannon Sharpe tied a postseason record with 13 receptions for 156 yards and a touchdown.

1998: Pro Bowl Selection

In 1998, Shannon Sharpe was selected to the Pro Bowl.

1999: Left the Denver Broncos

In 1999, Shannon Sharpe's tenure with the Denver Broncos came to an end.

2000: 96-yard touchdown

In the Ravens' 2000 AFC title game against the Oakland Raiders, Shannon Sharpe caught a short pass on third down and 18 from his own four-yard line and took it 96 yards for a touchdown.

2001: Pro Bowl Selection

In 2001, Shannon Sharpe was selected to the Pro Bowl.

2003: Retired and became an NFL analyst

In 2003, Shannon Sharpe retired from the NFL and became an analyst for CBS.

2004: Winner of The NFL Today Pick 'em Game

During the 2004 NFL regular season, Shannon Sharpe won the pick 'em game on 'The NFL Today' with a 53-21 record, defeating Dan Marino and Boomer Esiason.

2009: Hall of Fame Finalist

In 2009, Shannon Sharpe was among the 17 finalists being considered for enshrinement at the Pro Football Hall of Fame but was not selected.

2009: Inducted into Division II Football Hall of Fame

In 2009, Shannon Sharpe was inducted into the Division II Football Hall of Fame.

November 28, 2010: Hall of Fame Semi-Finalist Nomination

On November 28, 2010, Shannon Sharpe was nominated as a semi-finalist for induction into the 2011 Pro Football Hall of Fame.

2010: Savannah State's Athletic Hall of Fame Induction

In 2010, Shannon Sharpe was inducted into Savannah State's athletic Hall of Fame.

February 6, 2011: Induction into Pro Football Hall of Fame

On February 6, 2011, Shannon Sharpe was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

2011: Pro Football Hall of Fame Induction

In 2011, Shannon Sharpe was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

September 2013: FitnessRX For Men Cover

In September 2013, Shannon Sharpe appeared on the cover of FitnessRX For Men magazine as a columnist and spokesperson.

2013: Black College Football Hall of Fame Induction

In 2013, Shannon Sharpe was inducted into the Black College Football Hall of Fame, with Savannah State University also retiring his No. 2 jersey.

February 18, 2014: Departure from The NFL Today

On February 18, 2014, Shannon Sharpe, along with Dan Marino, was relieved of his duties as an on-air commentator on 'The NFL Today'.

September 6, 2016: Premiere of Skip and Shannon: Undisputed

On September 6, 2016, 'Skip and Shannon: Undisputed' premiered on FS1, featuring Shannon Sharpe and Skip Bayless as co-hosts.

2016: Joined Undisputed on Fox Sports 1

In 2016, Shannon Sharpe joined Skip Bayless as a co-host on 'Skip and Shannon: Undisputed' on Fox Sports 1.

2021: Apple Podcasts Best of 2021

In 2021, the episode of Shannon Sharpe's Club Shay Shay featuring Bubba Wallace was selected by the Apple Podcasts editorial team on their "Apple Podcasts Best of 2021" list.

February 10, 2023: Defamation Lawsuit by Brett Favre

On February 10, 2023, Brett Favre began a lawsuit against Shannon Sharpe for making "defamatory charges" about Favre's involvement in a welfare fraud scheme. The lawsuit was ultimately dismissed.

May 2023: Home Burglary

In May 2023, Shannon Sharpe's Los Angeles home was burglarized with over $1 million worth of items stolen, prompting a $50,000 reward for information.

May 31, 2023: Announcement of Departure from Undisputed

On May 31, 2023, it was announced that Shannon Sharpe would leave 'Undisputed' after reaching a buyout agreement with Fox Sports.

August 23, 2023: Joined The Volume Podcast Network

On August 23, 2023, it was announced that Shannon Sharpe and his Club Shay Shay podcast would join The Volume, a digital podcast network founded by Colin Cowherd.

September 4, 2023: Joined First Take on ESPN

On September 4, 2023, it was announced that Shannon Sharpe would join First Take on ESPN as a recurring panelist.

2023: Departure from Undisputed

In 2023, Shannon Sharpe left 'Undisputed' on Fox Sports 1 after reaching a buyout agreement.

February 16, 2024: Contract extension with ESPN

On February 16, 2024, Sharpe signed a contract extension to remain on First Take.

June 2024: New Multi-Year contract with ESPN

In June 2024, Sharpe officially signed a new multi-year contract extension with ESPN which also allowed him to expand his role on First Take.

September 11, 2024: Sextape Incident

On September 11, 2024, Shannon Sharpe inadvertently made a sextape by starting an Instagram Live while engaged in sexual intercourse. He later admitted to the incident and apologized.

February 2025: NAACP Image Award win for Club Shay Shay

In February 2025, the "Club Shay Shay" podcast won the Outstanding Society and Culture Podcast at the 2025 NAACP Image Awards.

April 21, 2025: Civil Lawsuit Filed by Gabriella Zuniga

On April 21, 2025, Shannon Sharpe was named as a defendant in a civil lawsuit filed by Gabriella Zuniga, alleging assault, sexual assault, battery, and sexual battery, seeking over $50 million in damages. Sharpe has denied the accusations.