History of Miles Killebrew in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 12, 2026

Miles Killebrew is an American professional football safety and special teams player currently with the Pittsburgh Steelers in the NFL. Prior to joining the Steelers, Killebrew played college football at Southern Utah University and was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the fourth round of the 2016 NFL Draft. He is primarily known for his contributions on special teams.

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May 10, 1993: Miles Killebrew Born

On May 10, 1993, Miles Killebrew was born. He became an American professional football safety and special teamer.

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March 30, 2016: Attended Southern Utah's Pro Day

On March 30, 2016, Miles Killebrew attended Southern Utah's Pro Day, where he performed the 40-yard dash (4.51), 20-yard dash (2.63), and 10-yard dash (1.58), improving his numbers from the combine.

April 30, 2016: Graduation from Southern Utah University

On April 30, 2016, Miles Killebrew graduated from Southern Utah University with a degree in engineering technology and received the call from the Lions that he was drafted into the NFL.

May 6, 2016: Signed with the Detroit Lions

On May 6, 2016, Miles Killebrew signed a four-year, $2.34 million contract with the Detroit Lions, including a signing bonus of $578,564.

November 20, 2016: Led Lions in Tackles

On November 20, 2016, Miles Killebrew led the Detroit Lions with five tackles in a victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars.

December 4, 2016: First Career Interception

On December 4, 2016, Miles Killebrew intercepted Drew Brees for his first career interception during the Lions' victory against the New Orleans Saints.

September 10, 2017: Interception Return for Touchdown

On September 10, 2017, Miles Killebrew had a 35-yard interception return for a touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals.

March 24, 2021: Signed with Pittsburgh Steelers

On March 24, 2021, Miles Killebrew signed a one-year contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

March 11, 2022: Contract Extension with Steelers

On March 11, 2022, Miles Killebrew signed a two-year, $4 million contract extension with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

March 18, 2024: Signed Contract Extension with Steelers

On March 18, 2024, Miles Killebrew signed a two-year contract extension with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

October 15, 2025: Significant Knee Injury

On October 15, 2025, Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin announced that Miles Killebrew had suffered a 'significant' knee injury in the team's Week 6 victory over the Cleveland Browns and was placed on injured reserve the following day.