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 professional American football wide receiver currently playing for the Miami Dolphins in the NFL. He was drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in the 5th round of the 2016 NFL draft after playing college football at Garden City Community College, Oklahoma State University, and the University of West Alabama.
May 26, 2012: Golden South Classic Performance
On May 26, 2012, Tyreek Hill achieved a new season-best in the 100 m (10.19 s) and a personal record in the 200 m (20.14 s) at the 36th Golden South Classic in Orlando, Florida.
2013: Hutchinson NJCCA Championships
In 2013, Tyreek Hill ran a wind-assisted 9.98 s in the 100-meter dash at the Hutchinson NJCCA Championships.
2013: Sophomore Season at Garden City Community College
In 2013, as a sophomore at Garden City Community College, Tyreek Hill rushed for 659 yards and five touchdowns while also catching 67 passes for 532 receiving yards.
September 25, 2014: First Career Touchdown
On September 25, 2014, Tyreek Hill caught his first career touchdown against the Texas Tech Red Raiders.
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 at Oklahoma State
On December 6, 2014, Tyreek Hill played his last game for Oklahoma State, helping them secure a comeback victory over the Oklahoma Sooners by returning a punt for a 92-yard touchdown.
September 1, 2015: Enrolls at University of West Alabama
On September 1, 2015, Tyreek Hill enrolled at the University of West Alabama to play football for the Tigers.
May 17, 2016: Signed with the Chiefs
On May 17, 2016, Tyreek Hill signed a four-year contract with the Kansas City Chiefs for $2.58 million, including a $70,000 signing bonus.
2016: NFL Debut and First Touchdown
In 2016, Tyreek Hill began his NFL career with the Chiefs and made his first NFL catch for a nine-yard touchdown pass in the season opener.
2016: Drafted by Kansas City Chiefs
In 2016, Tyreek Hill was drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in the fifth round (165th overall).
September 7, 2017: Career-High Receiving Yards
On September 7, 2017, Tyreek Hill recorded a career-high 133 receiving yards in the season opener against the New England Patriots, including a 75-yard touchdown.
2017: Playoff Appearance
In 2017, the Chiefs made the playoffs after finishing atop the AFC West. Tyreek Hill finished the Wild Card Round with seven receptions for 87 yards and a 14-yard rush.
September 6, 2019: Contract Extension with Chiefs
On September 6, 2019, Tyreek Hill signed a three-year, $54 million contract extension with the Kansas City Chiefs.
2020: Outstanding Performance Against Buccaneers
During the 2020 season, Tyreek Hill had an outstanding performance against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, finishing the game with 13 catches for a career-high 269 yards and three touchdowns, contributing to the Chiefs' victory.
