Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Tyreek Hill

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Tyreek Hill made an impact.

Tyreek Hill is an American football wide receiver currently playing for the Miami Dolphins in the NFL. He was drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in 2016 after playing college football at Garden City Community College, Oklahoma State, and West Alabama. Hill is known for his exceptional speed and playmaking ability, making him a prominent figure in professional football.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

2012: All-American Selection

In 2012, Hill was a USA Today All-American track and field selection and Track and Field News "High School Athlete of the Year", achieving personal bests in the 100-meter (10.19 s) and 200-meter sprints (20.14 s).

2012: High School Track Success

In 2012, at Coffee High School, Hill won both the 100 meters and 200 meters at the Georgia 5A state meet.

2013: Sophomore Season at Garden City

In 2013, as a sophomore at Garden City Community College, Hill rushed for 659 yards and five touchdowns, also catching 67 passes for 532 receiving yards for the Broncbusters football team.

August 30, 2014: Debut for Oklahoma State Cowboys

On August 30, 2014, Hill debuted for the Cowboys, catching six passes for 62 receiving yards in a loss to the Florida State Seminoles.

September 25, 2014: First Career Touchdown

On September 25, 2014, Tyreek Hill caught his first career touchdown against the Texas Tech Red Raiders, finishing with 50 receiving yards, 39 rushing yards, and 62 kick return yards.

November 1, 2014: Season-High Rushing Yards

On November 1, 2014, Tyreek Hill gained a season-high 102 rushing yards on 18 attempts and scored his first rushing touchdown of the season against the Kansas State Wildcats.

December 6, 2014: Last Game with Oklahoma State

On December 6, 2014, Tyreek Hill played his last game as part of Oklahoma State's football team, contributing to a comeback victory over the Oklahoma Sooners with a 92-yard punt return touchdown.

September 1, 2015: Enrollment at West Alabama

On September 1, 2015, the University of West Alabama announced that Tyreek Hill enrolled and would play football for the Tigers.

May 17, 2016: Signing with the Chiefs

On May 17, 2016, Tyreek Hill signed a four-year, $2.58 million contract with the Kansas City Chiefs, including $100,000 guaranteed and a signing bonus of $70,000.

2016: NFL Debut and First Touchdown

In 2016, Tyreek Hill began the season as the Chiefs' starting punt/kick returner and fourth wide receiver. He made his first NFL catch for a touchdown against the San Diego Chargers.

2016: Rookie Season and Accolades

In 2016, Tyreek Hill excelled as a rookie, leading the NFL in punt return yards and touchdowns, earning a Pro Bowl selection, and being named to the NFL All-Rookie Team.

2016: NFL Draft

In 2016, Tyreek Hill was selected by the Kansas City Chiefs in the fifth round of the NFL draft.

2016: Drafted by Kansas City Chiefs

In the 2016 NFL Draft, Tyreek Hill was selected by the Kansas City Chiefs in the fifth round (165th overall). The Chiefs faced criticism for the selection due to Hill's past issues.

September 7, 2017: Career-High Receiving Yards

On September 7, 2017, in the season opener, Tyreek Hill recorded a career-high 133 receiving yards, including a 75-yard touchdown reception, against the New England Patriots.

2017: Playoff Appearance

In 2017, the Chiefs made the playoffs, and Hill had 87 receiving yards and a 14-yard rush in the Wild Card Round loss to the Tennessee Titans. He was selected to his second straight Pro Bowl.

September 6, 2019: Contract Extension

On September 6, 2019, Tyreek Hill signed a three-year, $54 million contract extension with the Chiefs.

2020: Record-Breaking Game and Season

In 2020, during Week 12, Tyreek Hill had 13 catches for 269 yards and 3 touchdowns, becoming the first player since Lee Evans in 2006 to record at least 200 receiving yards in a single quarter. He finished the season with multiple accolades.

March 23, 2022: Trade to Miami Dolphins and contract extension

On March 23, 2022, Tyreek Hill was traded from the Chiefs to the Miami Dolphins for draft picks. He then signed a four-year, $120 million contract extension, making him the highest-paid wide receiver in the NFL.

September 8, 2024: Detained for traffic violation, plays against Jaguars

On September 8, 2024, before his season debut, Tyreek Hill was detained for a minor traffic violation but was released and still played against the Jaguars, contributing to the Dolphins' 20–17 win.