History of Travis Etienne in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 9, 2026

Travis Etienne Jr. is a professional American football running back currently playing for the Jacksonville Jaguars in the NFL. Before turning pro, Etienne played college football at Clemson University. He was drafted by the Jaguars in the first round of the 2021 NFL draft, showcasing his potential and skill as a running back.

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1977: Steve Fuller wins ACC Player of the Year

In 1977, Steve Fuller won ACC Player of the Year, being the previous Clemson player before Travis Etienne to win consecutive ACC Player of the Year awards.

January 26, 1999: Travis Etienne Jr. Born

On January 26, 1999, Travis Etienne Jr. was born. He is an American professional football running back.

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January 21, 2017: Committed to Clemson University

On January 21, 2017, Travis Etienne committed to Clemson University to play college football.

2017: Freshman Season at Clemson

In 2017, as a freshman at Clemson, Travis Etienne led the team in rushing with 766 yards and 13 touchdowns.

2018: National Championship and ACC Awards

In 2018, Travis Etienne was a key member of Clemson's national championship-winning team, rushing for 1,659 yards and an FBS-leading 24 rushing touchdowns. He was named ACC Player of the Year, ACC Offensive Player of the Year, and MVP of the 2018 ACC Championship Game, and was also named first-team All-American by Sporting News and ESPN.

January 17, 2020: Etienne Announces Return to Clemson

On January 17, 2020, Travis Etienne announced he would return to Clemson for his senior year, foregoing the 2020 NFL draft.

October 31, 2020: Breaks FBS Record for Touchdown Games

On October 31, 2020, Travis Etienne broke Donnel Pumphrey's record for most games with a touchdown in FBS history, finishing with two touchdowns and a career-high 264 all-purpose yards against Boston College. He also broke the ACC career rushing record.

January 2021: Declared for 2021 NFL Draft

In January 2021, Travis Etienne officially declared for the 2021 NFL draft.

July 19, 2021: Signed Rookie Contract with Jaguars

On July 19, 2021, Travis Etienne signed his four-year rookie contract with the Jaguars, worth $12.9 million.

2021: Lisfranc Injury and Season Ending

During the Jaguars' second preseason game in 2021, Travis Etienne suffered a Lisfranc injury, prematurely ending his season. He required surgery and was placed on injured reserve.

2021: Drafted by Jacksonville Jaguars

In 2021, Travis Etienne was drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars of the NFL.

2022: Professional Debut

In 2022, Travis Etienne made his professional debut in the Jaguars' season opener against the Washington Commanders.

2022: Finished the 2022 Season

Travis Etienne concluded the 2022 season with 220 carries, accumulating 1,125 rushing yards, securing five rushing touchdowns, and making 35 receptions for 316 receiving yards.