History of Tyreek Hill in Timeline

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

1965: Reference to Gale Sayers' Performance

During Week 12 of 2016, Hill became the first player since Gale Sayers in 1965 to score a kick return touchdown, rushing touchdown, and receiving touchdown in a single game.

1974: Reference to Ken Hutcherson Draft

In 2016, Tyreek Hill became the first player from West Alabama to be drafted since 1974, when Ken Hutcherson was selected by the Dallas Cowboys.

1985: Reference to Roy Martin's Record

In 2012, Tyreek Hill's time in the 200 m missed Roy Martin's 1985 national high school record by only one hundredth of a second.

March 1, 1994: Tyreek Hill's Birth

On March 1, 1994, Tyreek Hill was born. He is now an American professional football wide receiver for the Miami Dolphins of the NFL.

2006: Reference to Lee Evans' Record

In Week 12 of 2020, Hill became the first player since Lee Evans in 2006 to record at least 200 receiving yards in a single quarter.

2009: Reference to Ramil Guliyev's Record

In 2012, Tyreek Hill's time in the 200 m was the fastest by a junior athlete since Ramil Guliyev's 20.04 s in 2009.

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.

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.

December 12, 2014: Arrest for assault of pregnant girlfriend

On December 12, 2014, Tyreek Hill was arrested in Stillwater, Oklahoma, on complaints of assaulting his pregnant girlfriend, Crystal Espinal. He was dismissed from the football team after the charges.

2014: Domestic Violence Accusations

In 2014, Tyreek Hill was involved in domestic violence accusations, resulting in legal challenges.

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: Projected Undrafted Status

During the 2016 NFL draft, Tyreek Hill was projected to go undrafted due to his domestic violence arrest. He showcased his abilities at West Alabama's Pro Day.

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.

January 6, 2017: First-team All-Pro Selection

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, Tyreek Hill recorded a career-high 133 receiving yards, including a 75-yard touchdown reception, against the New England Patriots.

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: 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 2018: Engagement to Crystal Espinal

In September 2018, Tyreek Hill got engaged to Crystal Espinal.

2018: NFL Top 100 Players of 2018

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

March 2019: Investigation for alleged battery of son

In March 2019, Tyreek Hill was investigated for alleged battery after his 3-year-old son sustained a broken arm.

April 26, 2019: Suspension from Team Activities

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

July 9, 2019: Release of full unedited audio recording

On July 9, 2019, the full unedited audio recording of Tyreek Hill and Crystal Espinal discussing their son's broken arm was released.

July 19, 2019: NFL statement on suspension

On July 19, 2019, the NFL released a statement saying that Tyreek Hill would not be suspended due to lack of evidence but that the incident would be re-examined if new evidence emerged.

September 6, 2019: Contract Extension

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

2019: NFL Top 100 Players of 2019

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

2019: Injury and Pro Bowl Nomination

In 2019, Tyreek Hill injured his shoulder in the season opener but returned in Week 6, catching five passes for 80 yards and two touchdowns. He earned a fourth Pro Bowl nomination.

2020: Super Bowl LIV Victory

In 2020, during Super Bowl LIV, Tyreek Hill contributed significantly to the Chiefs' victory against the 49ers with 9 receptions for 105 yards.

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.

December 21, 2021: Reserve/COVID-19 list

On December 21, 2021, Tyreek Hill was placed on the Reserve/COVID-19 list.

December 25, 2021: Activated from Reserve/COVID-19 list

On December 25, 2021, Tyreek Hill was activated from the Reserve/COVID-19 list.

2021: NFL Top 100 Players of 2021

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

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.

June 18, 2023: Investigation for alleged assault

On June 18, 2023, the Miami-Dade Police Department announced they were investigating Tyreek Hill for allegedly assaulting a male employee of the Haulover Marine Center following a verbal disagreement.

August 2023: NFL declines to punish Hill for assault incident

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

November 2023: Marriage to Keeta Vaccaro

In November 2023, Tyreek Hill married Keeta Vaccaro, the sister of retired safety Kenny Vaccaro.

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, who both gave birth to Hill's children in 2023.

January 3, 2024: House fire at Hill's residence

On January 3, 2024, a fire broke out at Tyreek Hill's residence in Southwest Ranches, Florida. The fire was extinguished in approximately 45 minutes and was caused by a child playing with a cigarette lighter.

February 2024: Confidential settlement with Lackner

In February 2024, Tyreek Hill reached a confidential settlement with Brittany Lackner and confirmed he was the father of her son.

February 23, 2024: Civil lawsuit filed by Sophie Hall

On February 23, 2024, model and influencer Sophie Hall filed a civil lawsuit against Tyreek Hill, alleging that he had broken her leg during a football lesson at his house the previous June.

July 2024: Announcement of baby girl with Keeta Vaccaro

In July 2024, Tyreek Hill announced that he and Keeta Vaccaro were expecting a baby girl.

July 2024: Hill confirmed as father of Baker's daughter

In July 2024, a Broward County judge ruled that Tyreek Hill was the father of Kimberly Kaylee Baker's daughter, Trae Love Hill.

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.

November 25, 2024: Traffic citations dismissed

On November 25, 2024, the traffic citations issued to Tyreek Hill were dismissed after all the involved officers failed to appear in the court hearing.