History of Stephon Gilmore in Timeline

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.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

September 19, 1990: Stephon Gilmore Born

On September 19, 1990, Stephon Gilmore was born. He is an American professional football cornerback.

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2004: Dunta Robinson Drafted

In 2004, Dunta Robinson was drafted. Gilmore was the highest selected Gamecocks' cornerback since Dunta Robinson in 2004.

December 2008: Enrolled Early at South Carolina

In December 2008, Gilmore graduated early from South Pointe High School to enroll at the University of South Carolina and participate in spring practice.

2008: Track and Field Competitor

In 2008, during his junior year, Gilmore competed as a sprinter in track and field, achieving a personal record of 11.41 seconds in the 100 meters.

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.

2009: Recruited by South Carolina

In 2009, Stephon Gilmore chose to attend the University of South Carolina over other schools such as Alabama, Tennessee, and Clemson.

2010: Completed Pass in Chick-fil-A Bowl

In 2010, during the Chick-fil-A Bowl, Gilmore completed a 29-yard pass to Alshon Jeffery.

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.

July 12, 2014: Married Gabrielle Glenn

On July 12, 2014, Gilmore married his college sweetheart, Gabrielle Glenn.

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.