Trevor Siemian

BIOGRAPHY

Born on December 26, 1991, in Danbury, Connecticut, Trevor John Siemian is an esteemed American professional football quarterback. He currently plays for the Tennessee Titans in the renowned National Football League (NFL).

Siemian had a fondness for football from a young age, which guided him to play college football for the Northwestern Wildcats. His promising performance caught the attention of professionals in the sport, and he was selected by the Denver Broncos in the seventh round of the 2015 NFL draft. As a part of the Broncos team, Siemian played a crucial role in the victory of Super Bowl 50 operating as the third-string quarterback, positioned behind starter Peyton Manning and back up Brock Osweiler. Besides the Broncos, Siemian has also adorned the teams of various professional football entities including Minnesota Vikings, New York Jets, New Orleans Saints, Chicago Bears, and Cincinnati Bengals.

In his early years, Siemian attended Olympia High School in Orlando, Florida. He participated enthusiastically on the school’s football team, making remarkable records as a quarterback for three successful seasons with the Titans. Not only did he amass an Orange County record of 6,144 career yards, but he also scored 53 touchdowns during this time. Moreover, as a baseball player, Siemian was known for his multidimensional skills as a shortstop, third baseman, and an outstanding outfielder. His skills were widely acclaimed by his peers, leading him to be voted as Mr. Olympia during his senior year.

In terms of academics, Siemian was a bright student who maintained a high academic grade of 3.9. His exceptional performance in academics and sports led to him being named to the National Honor Society. Following the completion of his high school education, Siemian decided to pursue further education at Northwestern University.

During his time at Northwestern, Siemian majored in Communication Studies and managed to impress not only his peers but also his instructors. This hard work earned him the Academic All-Big Ten Conference honors in the years 2013 and 2014. Siemian’s freshman year in 2010 began on a promising note, where he earned the role of a backup quarterback to main starter Dan Persa. With every successive year, his performance showed significant improvements. Throughout 2012, Siemian largely owned the quarterback stage while Kain Colter only occasionally stepped in.

In 2013, Siemian delivered an impressive performance that included his second and third career starts, playing behind in the “wildcat” position. This performance left an indelible mark and proved his worth as a quarterback. During this time, Siemian passed for an outstanding 2,149 yards and scored 11 touchdowns, earning him positions among the top 10 players in the Big Ten for completion percentage, yards per completion, and total offense.

Siemian continued excelling on the field in 2014, with his successful streak ending abruptly when he suffered a torn ACL. The injury occurred during a match against Purdue on November 22. Despite this setback, Siemian managed to score over 2,214 yards throughout the season, landing him right outside the top 10 in Northwestern’s single-season history.

Wihtin the 2015 NFL draft, Siemian was rated 22nd among quarterbacks by NFLDraftScout.com. However, his quiet anticipation of not being drafted turned into a pleasant surprise when he was selected in the seventh round of the draft by the Denver Broncos.

Siemian made his memorable NFL debut in the 2015 season against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 15. He was the part of the Broncos team that clinched Super Bowl 50, triumphing over the Carolina Panthers with a sound score of 24–10.

In 2016, Siemian’s career underwent a positive shift when Peyton Manning’s retirement and Brock Osweiler’s signing with the Houston Texans, paved the way for Siemian to compete for and secure the Broncos starting quarterback role. Impressively, Siemian was the first quarterback in NFL history to commence the season opener for the defending Super Bowl champion without throwing an NFL pass.

In 2017, Siemian welcomed a new head coach, Vance Joseph. Despite the changes, Siemian continued to display impressive performances during different games, earning him recognition as the NFL’s Clutch Performer and FedEx Air Player of the week.

Later in March 2018, Siemian was traded to play as part of the Minnesota Vikings team, where he played for an entire season without any playtime. In 2019 he signed up with the New York Jets, only to have his season prematurely end due to an ankle injury.

Not allowing the setback to discourage him, Siemian bounced back strongly in 2020 by signing a contract with the Tennessee Titans. Though released initially, he was re-signed to the practice squad shortly after. Later in 2020, he was signed to the active roster of the New Orleans Saints and continued to contribute significantly to various season games.

Bidding farewell to the Saints in 2022, Siemian agreed on a contract with Chicago Bears. Despite the challenges faced during the season, Siemian’s passion and dedication stood firm.

Through it all, from the high school football fields to the esteemed National Football League, Trevor Siemian’s journey speaks volumes about his immeasurable talent and resilience. With each passing year, he continues to inspire millions with his remarkable skills as an adept football quarterback.