History of Tyler Higbee in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 6, 2026

Tyler Higbee is a professional American football tight end currently playing for the Los Angeles Rams in the NFL. His journey to the NFL began at Western Kentucky University where he played college football. He was drafted by the Rams in the fourth round of the 2016 NFL Draft and has since become a key player for the team.

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January 1, 1993: Tyler Higbee's Birth

On January 1, 1993, Tyler Higbee was born. He is an American professional football tight end.

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2002: Highest Draft Selection Since Joseph Jefferson

In 2016, Tyler Higbee was the 27th player selected in the NFL Draft in Western Kentucky's school history and the highest selection since Joseph Jefferson in 2002.

December 14, 2015: Accepted Invitation to Senior Bowl

On December 14, 2015, Tyler Higbee accepted his invitation to play in the 2016 Senior Bowl.

January 23, 2016: Pulled from Senior Bowl

On January 23, 2016, Tyler Higbee's representatives pulled him from the Senior Bowl due to a knee sprain.

March 29, 2016: Attended Western Kentucky's Pro Day

On March 29, 2016, Tyler Higbee attended Western Kentucky's pro day, meeting with scouts and team representatives, including the St. Louis Rams' general manager, Les Snead.

April 20, 2016: Charged with Assault and Other Offenses

On April 20, 2016, Tyler Higbee was charged with second-degree assault, alcohol intoxication in a public place, and evading police, stemming from an incident on April 10 outside of Tidball's night club in Bowling Green, Kentucky. He allegedly assaulted a man, Nawaf Alsaleh, who was later hospitalized with a brain hemorrhage and concussion.

June 9, 2016: Signed Rookie Contract with Rams

On June 9, 2016, Tyler Higbee signed a four-year, $2.92 million rookie contract with the Los Angeles Rams, including a signing bonus of $580,860.

December 24, 2016: First NFL Touchdown

On December 24, 2016, Tyler Higbee caught his first NFL touchdown on a two-yard pass from Jared Goff during a game against the 49ers. The Rams lost the game 22-21.

2016: Drafted by the Los Angeles Rams

In 2016, Tyler Higbee was drafted by the Los Angeles Rams in the fourth round of the NFL draft.

2017: First Season Under McVay

In 2017, Tyler Higbee started all 16 games under new head coach Sean McVay, catching 25 receptions for 298 yards and a touchdown. The Rams finished atop the NFC West with an 11-5 record and received a playoff berth.

January 6, 2018: First NFL Playoff Game

On January 6, 2018, Tyler Higbee started his first NFL playoff game and had an 11-yard reception, but the Rams lost to the Atlanta Falcons in the Wild Card Round by a score of 26-13.

September 5, 2019: Signed Contract Extension with Rams

On September 5, 2019, Tyler Higbee signed a four-year, $31 million contract extension with the Rams, guaranteeing $15.5 million and keeping him with the team through the 2023 season.

February 12, 2022: Placed on Injured Reserve Before Super Bowl LVI

On February 12, 2022, Tyler Higbee was placed on injured reserve due to a knee injury sustained in the NFC Championship game and missed Super Bowl LVI. Despite not playing, the Rams defeated the Cincinnati Bengals, making Higbee a world champion.

September 29, 2023: Signed Contract Extension with Rams

On September 29, 2023, Tyler Higbee signed a two-year contract extension with the Rams.

2023: Contract End Year

In September 5, 2019, Tyler Higbee signed a four-year, $31 million contract extension with the Rams, guaranteeing $15.5 million and keeping him with the team through the 2023 season.

January 14, 2024: Suffered ACL and MCL Tear in Playoff Game

On January 14, 2024, Tyler Higbee tore his ACL and MCL during the Rams' NFL Wildcard playoff game against the Detroit Lions.

December 22, 2024: First Game Back from Injury

On December 22, 2024, in Tyler Higbee's first game back from injury, he had one reception for 11 yards and a touchdown in the fourth quarter that helped secure the Rams a 19-9 victory against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium.