Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Tyreek Hill

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

Tyreek Hill is a prominent American football wide receiver currently playing for the Miami Dolphins in the NFL. His journey to the professional league included playing college football at Garden City Community College, Oklahoma State University, and the University of West Alabama. Hill was drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in the fifth round of the 2016 NFL draft, where he established himself as one of the league's most dynamic and electrifying players known for his exceptional speed and playmaking ability.

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

2012: Won state meet

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

2013: Sophomore Season at Garden City Community College

In 2013, as a sophomore at Garden City Community College, Hill rushed for 659 yards and five touchdowns and caught 67 passes for 532 receiving yards.

August 30, 2014: Debut for the Cowboys

On August 30, 2014, Hill made his debut for the Oklahoma State 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 three receptions for 50 yards, six rushing attempts for 39 yards, and three kick returns for 62 yards.

November 1, 2014: Season-High Rushing Yards

On November 1, 2014, 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 for Oklahoma State's football team, returning a punt for a 92-yard touchdown to help them win a comeback victory over the Oklahoma Sooners.

September 1, 2015: Enrolled at the University of West Alabama

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

May 17, 2016: Signed 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 $70,000 signing bonus.

2016: Projected to go Undrafted

In 2016, Hill was projected to go undrafted during the NFL draft, mainly due to his domestic violence arrest. He was not invited to the NFL Combine but showcased his abilities at West Alabama's Pro Day.

2016: Began Season with the Chiefs

In 2016, Tyreek Hill began the season as the Chiefs' starting punt returner, kick returner, and fourth wide receiver. He made his first NFL catch for a nine-yard touchdown pass from Alex Smith.

2016: Drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs

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

September 7, 2017: Career-High Receiving Yards

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

2017: Playoff Appearance

In 2017, the Chiefs finished atop the AFC West with a 10-6 record and made the playoffs. Hill finished with seven receptions for 87 yards and a 14-yard rush during the Wild Card Round.

September 6, 2019: Signed Extension

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

2019: Ended 2019 season

Tyreek Hill ended the 2019 season with 58 receptions for 860 receiving yards and seven receiving touchdowns, earning a Pro Bowl nomination.

2020: Exceptional 2020 Season

In 2020, Tyreek Hill finished with 87 receptions for 1,276 receiving yards and 15 receiving touchdowns and was named a First-team All-Pro for the third time.

2020: Assistant Football Coach

In 2020, Tyreek Hill served as an assistant coach for the football program at Lee's Summit North High School in the Kansas City metropolitan area.

December 25, 2021: Activation from Reserve/COVID-19 List

On December 25, 2021, Tyreek Hill was activated from the Reserve/COVID-19 list, allowing him to return to play for the Chiefs.

2021: NFL Top 100 Players of 2021 Ranking

In 2021, Tyreek Hill was ranked 15th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2021, recognizing his performance in the league.

March 23, 2022: Trade to Miami Dolphins and Contract Extension

On March 23, 2022, the Chiefs traded Tyreek Hill to the Miami Dolphins. Following the trade, Hill signed a four-year, $120 million contract extension, making him the highest-paid wide receiver in the NFL.

2022: NFL Top 100 Players of 2022 Ranking

In 2022, Tyreek Hill was ranked 15th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2022, acknowledging his continued performance in the league.

August 2023: NFL Decision on Assault Incident

In August 2023, the NFL announced that they would not punish Tyreek Hill for the assault incident at the Haulover Marine Center.

2023: NFL Top 100 Players of 2023 Ranking

In 2023, Tyreek Hill was ranked seventh by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2023, which recognized his successful season with the Dolphins.