History of Tony Pollard in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 12, 2024

Tony Randall Pollard is an American football running back for the Tennessee Titans. He was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the fourth round of the 2019 NFL Draft after playing college football at the University of Memphis.

April 30, 1997: Tony Pollard is Born

Tony Randall Pollard was born on April 30, 1997.

2018: Successful Junior Year at Memphis

During his junior year at Memphis in 2018, Tony Pollard had a successful season, despite sharing the backfield with Darrell Henderson. He had 78 carries for 552 yards, 39 receptions for 458 yards, ten touchdowns and one kickoff return for a touchdown.

January 11, 2019: Declares for the NFL Draft

On January 11, 2019, Tony Pollard declared for the 2019 NFL draft.

January 17, 2019: Added to the Senior Bowl Roster

On January 17, 2019, Tony Pollard was added to the 2019 North Senior Bowl roster.

2019: Drafted by the Dallas Cowboys

In 2019, Tony Pollard was drafted by the Dallas Cowboys in the fourth round of the NFL draft.

2020: Backup Role and Continued Success

In 2020, Tony Pollard continued his role as backup to Ezekiel Elliott and kickoff returner. He appeared in all 16 games, starting in two. He finished with 101 carries for 435 rushing yards and four rushing touchdowns to go along with 28 receptions for 193 receiving yards and one receiving touchdown.

2021: Strong Performance Despite Limited Starts

In the 2021 season, Tony Pollard had a strong performance with 130 carries for 719 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns to go along with 39 receptions for 337 receiving yards, despite starting in only two games.

2022: Breakout Season and Pro Bowl Selection

Tony Pollard had a breakout season in 2022. He had 193 carries for 1,007 rushing yards and nine rushing touchdowns to go along with 39 receptions for 371 receiving yards and three receiving touchdowns in 16 games. He was named a Pro Bowler for the first time in his career. Unfortunately, he suffered a high ankle sprain and fractured fibula during the Divisional Round against the 49ers, requiring surgery.