History of Tyreek Hill in Timeline

Tyreek Hill is a prominent American football wide receiver currently playing for the Miami Dolphins in the NFL. He began his college football career at Garden City, later transferring to Oklahoma State and West Alabama. Hill's professional journey started when the Kansas City Chiefs drafted him in the fifth round of the 2016 NFL Draft. Known for his exceptional speed and agility, Hill has become one of the most dynamic and electrifying players in the league.

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

1965: Gale Sayers Accomplishment

In 1965, Gale Sayers of the Chicago Bears had a kick return for a touchdown, rushing touchdown, and receiving touchdown in a single game.

1974: Ken Hutcherson drafted

In 1974, Ken Hutcherson was drafted 97th overall by the Dallas Cowboys.

1985: Roy Martin's Record

In 1985, Roy Martin set a national high school record.

March 1, 1994: Tyreek Hill's Birth

On March 1, 1994, Tyreek Hill was born. He is an American professional football wide receiver.

2009: Ramil Guliyev's Time

In 2009, Ramil Guliyev recorded a time of 20.04 s.

May 26, 2012: Golden South Classic Performance

On May 26, 2012, at the 36th Golden South Classic in Orlando, Florida, Tyreek Hill ran a new season-best in the 100 m (10.19 s) and a personal record in the 200 m (20.14 s).

2012: USA Today All-American Selection

In 2012, Tyreek Hill was selected as a USA Today All-American in track and field.

2012: Georgia 5A State Meet Winner

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

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, and caught 67 passes for 532 receiving yards for the Broncbusters football team.

August 30, 2014: Debut for the Cowboys

On August 30, 2014, Tyreek Hill debuted for the Oklahoma State Cowboys, catching a season-high 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. He finished the game 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, 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 for Oklahoma State

On December 6, 2014, Tyreek Hill appeared in his last game as part of Oklahoma State's football team, helping them win a comeback victory over their rival Oklahoma Sooners after he returned a punt for a 92-yard touchdown.

December 11, 2014: Dismissal from Oklahoma State

On December 11, 2014, Oklahoma State dismissed Tyreek Hill from their football and track teams following his arrest and guilty plea for domestic violence.

September 1, 2015: Enrolls at University of 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: Signed with the Chiefs

On May 17, 2016, Tyreek Hill signed a four-year, $2.58 million contract with the Kansas City Chiefs.

2016: Started Season with 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.

2016: Rookie Season and Recognition

In 2016, Tyreek Hill had a successful rookie season, leading the NFL in punt return yards and touchdowns. He was named to the NFL All-Rookie Team.

2016: Projected Undrafted and Pro Day

In 2016, Tyreek Hill was projected to go undrafted due to his domestic violence arrest but showcased his abilities at West Alabama's Pro Day.

January 6, 2017: First-Team All-Pro

On January 6, 2017, Tyreek Hill was named First-team All-Pro as a punt returner.

September 7, 2017: Career-High Receiving Yards

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

December 19, 2017: Second Pro Bowl Selection

On December 19, 2017, Tyreek Hill was named to his second Pro Bowl as a return specialist.

2017: Playoffs and Pro Bowl Selection

In 2017, the Chiefs made the playoffs, and Tyreek Hill was selected to his second straight Pro Bowl as a return specialist for the AFC.

2018: Ranked in NFL Top 100

In 2018, Tyreek Hill was ranked 40th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players list.

April 26, 2019: Suspended from Team Activities

On April 26, 2019, Chiefs general manager Brett Veach announced that Tyreek Hill was suspended from team activities due to a child abuse investigation.

September 6, 2019: Signed Extension

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

2019: Ranked in NFL Top 100

In 2019, Tyreek Hill was ranked 19th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players list.

2019: 2019 Season Performance and Pro Bowl Nomination

In the 2019 season, Tyreek Hill finished with 58 receptions for 860 receiving yards and seven receiving touchdowns and earned a fourth career nomination to the Pro Bowl.

2020: Ranked in NFL Top 100

In 2020, Tyreek Hill was ranked 22nd by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players list.

November 2023: Hill marries Keeta Vaccaro

In November 2023, Tyreek Hill married Keeta Vaccaro, who is the sister of retired safety Kenny Vaccaro. This marked a new chapter in Hill's personal life.

December 2023: Paternity lawsuits filed against Hill

In December 2023, separate paternity lawsuits for child support were filed against Tyreek Hill by Brittany Lackner and Kimberly Kaylee Baker, both of whom had given birth to his children during the year.

January 3, 2024: Hill's Residence Catches Fire

On January 3, 2024, Tyreek Hill's residence in Southwest Ranches, Florida, caught fire. The blaze took firefighters approximately 45 minutes to extinguish. The fire was determined to have been started by a child playing with a cigarette lighter.

February 2024: Hill reaches settlement with Lackner

In February 2024, Tyreek Hill reached a confidential settlement with Brittany Lackner and confirmed that he was the father of her son. This was part of a series of paternity cases involving Hill.

February 23, 2024: Sophie Hall files lawsuit against Hill

On February 23, 2024, Sophie Hall filed a civil lawsuit against Tyreek Hill, alleging that he broke her leg during a football lesson at his house the previous June. Hall claimed Hill became frustrated and caused the injury during a hard play.

July 2024: Hill announces pregnancy with Vaccaro and paternity ruling

In July 2024, Tyreek Hill announced that he and his wife Keeta Vaccaro were expecting a baby girl. Also in July 2024, a Broward County judge ruled that Hill was the father of Kimberly Kaylee Baker's daughter, Trae Love Hill.

July 2024: Judge rules Hill is the father of Baker's daughter

In July 2024, a Broward County judge ruled that Tyreek Hill was indeed the father of Kimberly Kaylee Baker's daughter, Trae Love Hill. This occurred amidst several paternity lawsuits against Hill.

September 8, 2024: Hill Detained Before Season Debut

On September 8, 2024, before his season debut, Tyreek Hill was detained by Miami police for a minor traffic violation near Hard Rock Stadium. He was briefly handcuffed before being released and still played against the Jaguars, contributing to the Dolphins' victory.

November 25, 2024: Traffic Citations Dismissed

On November 25, 2024, the traffic citations issued to Tyreek Hill were dismissed after the involved officers failed to appear in the court hearing. This followed Hill's efforts to combat police misconduct in the weeks after the initial incident.

2024: Hill ranked best player in NFL Top 100

In 2024, Tyreek Hill was ranked as the best player in the NFL according to his peers on the NFL Top 100 Players list, marking a significant recognition of his talent and impact in the league.