Trevis Gipson (born June 13, 1997) is an American professional football linebacker for the Carolina Panthers of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Tulsa Golden Hurricane, and selected in the fifth round of the 2020 NFL draft by the Chicago Bears.

Trevis Gipson
Gipson with the Tulsa Golden Hurricane in 2018
No. 52  Carolina Panthers
PositionLinebacker
Roster statusActive
Personal information
Born (1997-06-13) June 13, 1997 (age 29)
Cedar Hill, Texas, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 4 in (1.93 m)
Listed weight255 lb (116 kg)
Career information
High schoolCedar Hill
CollegeTulsa (2015–2019)
NFL draft2020: 5th round, 155th overall pick
Career history
* Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Awards and highlights
Career NFL statistics as of 2025
Total tackles95
Sacks12
Forced fumbles6
Fumble recoveries2
Pass deflections5
Stats at Pro Football Reference

College career

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During high school, Gipson played high school football for Joey McGuire at Cedar Hill High School and was on the 2014 State Championship team.[1] A 2-star recruit, Gipson committed to Tulsa on November 15, 2014, choosing the Golden Hurricane over Tennessee State.[2]

After redshirting for a year and seeing reserve action in his freshman and sophomore seasons, Gipson gained a starting role for his junior season in 2018 and had five forced fumbles, tied for second in the FBS.[3] Pro Football Focus put Gipson in their first-team all-American Athletic Conference for his stopping power and ability to pressure quarterbacks.[4]

Before his senior season, Gipson was invited by Von Miller to Miller's pass rush summit.[5]

After his senior season, Gipson earned first-team all-American Athletic Conference for his play.[6] He participated in the 2020 Senior Bowl and 2020 NFL Combine.[7]

College statistics

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Year Team Games Tackles Interceptions Fumbles
GPGSTotalSoloAstSackPDIntYdsTDFFFRTD
2015Tulsa 00Did not play
2016Tulsa 1308531.00000000
2017Tulsa 12111470.01000100
2018Tulsa 12124629174.01000500
2019Tulsa 12114925248.00000200
Career4924114635113.02000800

Professional career

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Pre-draft measurables
HeightWeightArm lengthHand spanWingspan40-yard dash10-yard split20-yard split20-yard shuttleThree-cone drillVertical jumpBroad jumpBench press
6 ft 3+38 in
(1.91 m)
261 lb
(118 kg)
33+78 in
(0.86 m)
9+58 in
(0.24 m)
6 ft 9+14 in
(2.06 m)
4.73 s1.63 s2.69 s4.33 s7.57 s34.0 in
(0.86 m)
10 ft 2 in
(3.10 m)
25 reps
All values from NFL Combine/Pro Day[8][9]

Chicago Bears

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Gipson was selected by the Chicago Bears with the 155th pick in the fifth round of the 2020 NFL draft.[10] He signed a four-year rookie contract with the team on July 21.[11]

During the 2021 NFL season, Gipson played in 16 games, recording 39 tackles, seven sacks, and forcing five fumbles.[12]

On September 18, 2022, Gipson recorded two sacks during a 27–10 loss to the Green Bay Packers.[13]

Gipson was waived on August 29, 2023 as part of final roster cuts before the start of the 2023 season.[14]

Tennessee Titans

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On August 31, 2023, Gipson signed with the Tennessee Titans.[15]

Jacksonville Jaguars

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On March 18, 2024, Gipson signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars.[16]

Seattle Seahawks

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On August 26, 2024, Gipson was traded to the Seattle Seahawks in exchange for a late-round draft pick.[17]

San Francisco 49ers

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On August 11, 2025, Gipson signed with the San Francisco 49ers.[18] He was released on August 26 as part of final roster cuts and re-signed to the practice squad the next day.[19][20] He made his 49ers debut on October 2 in a 26–23 win over the Los Angeles Rams, in which he recovered a fumble. On October 18, Gipson was promoted to the active roster, but waived four days later and re-signed to the practice squad.[21] He was released on October 22.[22]

Carolina Panthers

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On October 28, 2025, Gipson was signed by the Carolina Panthers off of the 49ers' practice squad.[23]

On March 16, 2026, Gipson re-signed with the Panthers on a one-year contract.[24]

NFL career statistics

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Legend
Bold Career high

Regular season

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Year Team Games Tackles Interceptions Fumbles
GPGSTotalSoloAstSckTFLPDIntYdsAvgLngTDFFFRTD
2020CHI 705140.000000.000000
2021CHI 1693923167.072000.000510
2022CHI 17103117143.043000.000000
2023TEN 806151.000000.000100
2024SEA 500000.000000.000000
2025SF 402110.000000.000010
CAR 9012571.010000.000000
Career 661995484712.0125000.000620

Postseason

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Year Team Games Tackles Interceptions Fumbles
GPGSTotalSoloAstSckTFLPDIntYdsAvgLngTDFFFRTD
2025CAR 102201.01000.0000000
Career 102201.01000.0000000

Personal life

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Gipson's older brother, Thomas Gipson, is a professional basketball player.[3]

References

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  1. Brugler, Dane (April 7, 2020). The Athletic's 2020 NFL Draft Guide (PDF). The Athletic. p. 136. Archived from the original (PDF) on April 7, 2020. Retrieved April 13, 2020.
  2. "Trevis Gipson, 2015 Weakside defensive end". Rivals. Retrieved April 13, 2020.
  3. 1 2 "NFL Draft & Combine Profile - Trevis Gipson". NFL.com. Archived from the original on April 25, 2020. Retrieved April 13, 2020.
  4. Mellor, Cam (December 4, 2018). "Houston stars shine on PFF's 2018 All-AAC selections". Pro Football Focus. Retrieved April 13, 2020.
  5. O'Halloran, Ryan (February 28, 2020). "Combine Journal: Invitation to Von Miller's pash-rush summit beneficial to Tulsa's Trevis Gipson". Denver Post. Archived from the original on February 29, 2020. Retrieved April 13, 2020.
  6. Hines, Kelly (March 12, 2020). "Trevis Gipson, Reggie Robinson II among former TU players who participate in pro day". Tulsa World. Archived from the original on April 14, 2020. Retrieved April 13, 2020.
  7. "Tulsa's Trevis Gipson, Reggie Robinson II Headed to NFL Scouting Combine". Tulsa Golden Hurricane. February 24, 2020. Retrieved April 13, 2020.
  8. "Trevis Gipson Draft and Combine Prospect Profile". NFL.com. Retrieved January 17, 2024.
  9. "2020 NFL Draft Scout Trevis Gipson College Football Profile". DraftScout.com. Retrieved January 17, 2024.
  10. Mayer, Larry (April 25, 2020). "Bears draft Gipson with pick acquired in trade". Chicago Bears.com. Retrieved April 25, 2020.
  11. Mayer, Larry (July 21, 2020). "Bears sign all seven of their 2020 draft picks". Chicago Bears. Retrieved July 21, 2020.
  12. Trevis Gipson
  13. Potash, Mark (September 19, 2022). "Trevis Gipson, Robert Quinn apply the heat vs. Packers". Chicago Sun-Times. Retrieved October 19, 2024.
  14. "Roster Moves: Bears reach NFL's 53-man roster limit". ChicagoBears.com. August 29, 2023.
  15. Wyatt, Jim (August 31, 2023). "Titans Make a Flurry of Roster Moves on Thursday". TennesseeTitans.com.
  16. "Jaguars Sign Outside Linebacker Trevis Gipson". Jaguars.com. March 18, 2024.
  17. Boyle, Jim (August 26, 2024). "Seahawks Acquire Outside Linebacker Trevis Gipson In Trade With Jaguars, Pending Physical". Seahawks.com. Retrieved August 26, 2024.
  18. "49ers Announce Roster Moves". 49ers.com. August 11, 2025. Retrieved August 11, 2025.
  19. "49ers Announce Roster Moves, Sign 13 Players to Practice Squad". 49ers.com. Retrieved August 30, 2025.
  20. "49ers Release, Waive, and Make Roster Moves on a List of Players". 49ers.com. August 26, 2025. Retrieved August 27, 2025.
  21. Masala, Mike. "49ers announce slew of roster moves ahead Week 7 battle vs. Falcons". 49ers Wire. Retrieved October 19, 2025.
  22. "San Francisco 49ers Announce a Series of Roster Moves". 49ers.com. Retrieved October 23, 2025.
  23. Gantt, Darin (October 28, 2025). "Panthers make a change on defense, add outside linebacker". Panthers.com. Retrieved October 28, 2025.
  24. Gantt, Darin. "Panthers re-sign two of their own". Panthers.com. Retrieved March 17, 2026.
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