Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Stephon Gilmore
From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Stephon Gilmore made an impact.
Stephon Gilmore is an American NFL cornerback currently playing for the Minnesota Vikings. Drafted tenth overall by the Buffalo Bills in 2012 after playing college football for the South Carolina Gamecocks, he spent his first five seasons with the Bills, earning a Pro Bowl selection in 2016. Gilmore then joined the New England Patriots.
2004: Dunta Robinson Drafted
In 2004, Dunta Robinson was drafted. Gilmore was the highest selected Gamecocks' cornerback since Dunta Robinson in 2004.
2009: Cornerback Since Woodson
In 2009, Charles Woodson won the Associated Press NFL Defensive Player of the Year Award, Gilmore was the first cornerback since Charles Woodson in 2009 to win the award.
2009: Started at Cornerback
In 2009, Gilmore started at cornerback as a true freshman for the South Carolina Gamecocks, recording 52 tackles and earning Freshman All-American honors.
March 28, 2012: South Carolina Pro Day
On March 28, 2012, Gilmore attended South Carolina's pro day, where he performed positional drills for NFL scouts and team representatives.
May 17, 2012: Signed Rookie Contract with Bills
On May 17, 2012, Gilmore signed a four-year, $12.08 million rookie contract with the Buffalo Bills, fully guaranteed with a signing bonus.
2012: Drafted by the Buffalo Bills
In 2012, Gilmore was selected by the Buffalo Bills in the first round (10th overall) of the NFL draft.
2012: Most Interceptions
In 2012, Jairus Byrd intercepted five passes. His five interceptions were the most by a Bills' player since Jairus Byrd intercepted five passes in 2012.
April 3, 2013: Changed Jersey Number
On April 3, 2013, Gilmore changed his jersey number from No. 27 to No. 24 after Terrence McGee's departure.
January 25, 2014: Bills Hired Jim Schwartz
On January 25, 2014, the Buffalo Bills hired Jim Schwartz as their new defensive coordinator.
December 31, 2014: Marrone Resigned as Head Coach
On December 31, 2014, Doug Marrone announced his resignation as the head coach of the Bills.
August 28, 2015: Fifth-Year Option Exercised
On August 28, 2015, the Bills exercised the fifth-year option on Gilmore's rookie contract.
2016: Finished 2016 Season
In 2016, Gilmore finished the season with 48 combined tackles (42 solo), 12 pass deflections, and a career-high five interceptions in 15 games and starts.
2016: Starting Cornerback
In 2016, Rex Ryan retained Darby and Gilmore as the starting cornerbacks.
2016: Earned Pro Bowl Honors
In 2016, Stephon Gilmore earned Pro Bowl honors while playing for the Buffalo Bills.
January 23, 2017: Voted to Pro Bowl
On January 23, 2017, Gilmore was voted to the 2017 Pro Bowl and also received the Ed Block Courage Award.
March 9, 2017: Signed with Patriots
On March 9, 2017, Gilmore signed a five-year, $65 million contract with the New England Patriots.
December 17, 2017: Career-High Tackles
On December 17, 2017, Gilmore recorded a career-high eight solo tackles and broke up a pass during a game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
January 13, 2018: First NFL Playoff Game
On January 13, 2018, Gilmore started in his first NFL playoff game as the Patriots defeated the Tennessee Titans.
February 4, 2018: Started in Super Bowl LII
On February 4, 2018, Gilmore started in Super Bowl LII and recorded four solo tackles during the Patriots' loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.
2018: Number One Cornerback
In 2018, Gilmore entered the season as the Patriots No. 1 cornerback alongside Eric Rowe.
October 31, 2019: AFC Defensive Player of the Month
On October 31, 2019, Gilmore was named AFC Defensive Player of the Month for October.
2019: Named Defensive Player of the Year
In 2019, Gilmore was named Defensive Player of the Year with the Patriots, co-leading the league in interceptions.
August 31, 2021: Placed on Reserve/PUP List
On August 31, 2021, Gilmore was placed on the reserve/physically unable to perform list due to a quad injury.
October 6, 2021: Traded to Panthers
On October 6, 2021, Gilmore was traded to the Carolina Panthers.
April 18, 2022: Signed with Colts
On April 18, 2022, Gilmore signed a two-year contract with the Indianapolis Colts.
2022: Named to Pro Bowl
Despite playing in a small number of games, in 2022, Gilmore was named to the 2022 Pro Bowl.
March 14, 2023: Traded to Cowboys
On March 14, 2023, the Colts traded Gilmore to the Dallas Cowboys.
2023: Sixth-Round Selection
In 2023, the Patriots received a sixth-round selection (#187-Kayshon Boutte) in the 2023 NFL draft.
August 18, 2024: Signed with Vikings
On August 18, 2024, Gilmore signed a one-year contract with the Minnesota Vikings.
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