History of Tremon Smith in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 10, 2025

Tremon Smith is an American football cornerback and kick returner currently playing for the Denver Broncos in the NFL. He played college football at Central Arkansas before being drafted into the NFL by the Kansas City Chiefs in 2018. Smith is primarily known for his roles in the secondary and on special teams.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

July 20, 1996: Tremon Smith Born

On July 20, 1996, Tremon Smith was born. He is now a professional football player.

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2013: High School Football Semi-Finals

In 2013, Tremon Smith led his high school team, Saks High School, to the AHSAA Class 4A semi-finals while playing multiple positions including quarterback, safety, kick returner, and punt returner.

2017: All-American Selection

In 2017, Tremon Smith's performance at Central Arkansas, which included 41 tackles and five interceptions, earned him a selection as a third-team Football Championship Subdivision All-American.

2018: Drafted by Kansas City Chiefs

In 2018, Tremon Smith was drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in the sixth round of the NFL draft. During the 2018 season, he made significant contributions as a kick returner and also played as a cornerback.

2018: NFL All-Rookie Team Selection

In 2018, after being drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs, Tremon Smith was named to the NFL All-Rookie Team as a returner due to his performance on special teams.

September 14, 2019: Waived by the Chiefs

On September 14, 2019, Tremon Smith was waived by the Kansas City Chiefs.

September 17, 2019: Claimed by the Green Bay Packers

On September 17, 2019, Tremon Smith was claimed off waivers by the Green Bay Packers.

December 2, 2019: Waived by the Packers

On December 2, 2019, Tremon Smith was waived by the Green Bay Packers.

December 4, 2019: Signed to Eagles Practice Squad

On December 4, 2019, Tremon Smith was signed to the Philadelphia Eagles practice squad.

2019: Position Change with the Chiefs

In 2019, the Kansas City Chiefs initially moved Tremon Smith from cornerback to running back, but later switched him back to cornerback after the preseason.

January 6, 2020: Signed Reserve/Future Contract with Eagles

On January 6, 2020, Tremon Smith signed a reserve/future contract with the Philadelphia Eagles.

July 26, 2020: Waived by the Eagles

On July 26, 2020, Tremon Smith was waived by the Philadelphia Eagles.

August 16, 2020: Signed with Indianapolis Colts

On August 16, 2020, Tremon Smith signed with the Indianapolis Colts.

September 5, 2020: Waived by Colts

On September 5, 2020, Tremon Smith was waived by the Indianapolis Colts.

September 22, 2020: Promoted to Colts Active Roster

On September 22, 2020, Tremon Smith was promoted to the active roster of the Indianapolis Colts.

March 22, 2021: Signed with Houston Texans

On March 22, 2021, Tremon Smith signed with the Houston Texans.

December 3, 2021: Contract Extension with Texans

On December 3, 2021, Tremon Smith signed a one-year contract extension with the Houston Texans after a stellar season as a core special teamer.

December 11, 2022: First Career Interceptions

On December 11, 2022, Tremon Smith intercepted Dak Prescott twice in a game against the Dallas Cowboys, marking the first and second interceptions of his career.