History of Tank Dell in Timeline

Nathaniel Jasper "Tank" Dell Jr. is a professional American football wide receiver currently playing for the Houston Texans in the NFL. His college football career included stints at Alabama A&M Bulldogs, Independence Community College, and the Houston Cougars before entering the NFL.

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October 29, 1999: Tank Dell's Birth

On October 29, 1999, Nathaniel Jasper "Tank" Dell Jr. was born. He is now a professional football wide receiver.

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2020: Transfer to Houston and leading receiver

In 2020, Dell transferred to the University of Houston. During this year, he led the team with 29 receptions, 428 yards, and three touchdowns over eight games.

2021: Continued success at Houston

In 2021, Dell continued to excel at the University of Houston, leading the team again with 90 receptions, 1,329 yards, and 12 touchdowns.

2022: Outstanding performance in 2022

In 2022, Dell returned to Houston as the number one receiver. Over 13 games, he achieved 100 receptions for 1,398 receiving yards and 17 receiving touchdowns.

2023: Drafted by Houston Texans and season-ending injury

In 2023, Dell was drafted by the Houston Texans in the third round, 69th overall. During Week 13 against the Denver Broncos, Dell suffered a fractured fibula, ending his season. Prior to the injury, he had 47 catches for 709 yards and seven touchdowns.

April 27, 2024: Injured in a Shooting

On April 27, 2024, Tank Dell sustained minor injuries from a shooting in Sanford, Florida.

2024: Season-ending knee injury

In 2024, during Week 16 against the Kansas City Chiefs, Dell suffered a season-ending knee injury including a dislocated knee, multiple torn ligaments, and meniscus damage. Before the injury, Dell had 51 catches for 667 yards and three touchdowns.