Mack Hollins is an American professional football wide receiver currently playing for the Buffalo Bills in the National Football League (NFL).
Born on September 16, 1993, he played college football at the University of North Carolina and was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the fourth round of the 2017 NFL Draft.
Hollins is known for his unique personality and fashion sense, often arriving at games in creative costumes, such as dressing as Fred Flintstone before a recent game against the Denver Broncos.
He has also played for the Miami Dolphins and has a notable history of contributing on special teams.
Parents
Mack’s parents are Richard and Karyn Hollins.
Richard, his father, played college football as a wide receiver at West Virginia University from 1980 to 1983, recording 105 receptions, 1,981 yards, and 16 touchdowns.
He was drafted by the Detroit Lions in 1984 but suffered a career-ending ACL injury.
Richard emphasizes the importance of hard work and humility, often advising Mack to “keep your head down, and don’t let anybody outwork you!” Karyn, his mother, provides a loving environment and ensures Mack remains humble.
The family resides in Rockville, Maryland.
Career
Hollins attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill from 2013 to 2016.
Initially, he joined the team as a walk-on but quickly earned a scholarship due to his hard work and performance.
During his time at UNC, Hollins became one of the top receivers in school history.
He was known for his speed and ability to make big plays down the field.
Hollins finished his college career with 81 receptions for 1,667 yards and scored 20 touchdowns, ranking third all-time at UNC for touchdown receptions.
As a junior, he led the NCAA in yards per reception with an average of 24.8 yards.
Additionally, he was a special teams captain for four consecutive seasons, showcasing his versatility and leadership.
Hollins was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the fourth round (118th overall) of the 2017 NFL Draft.
During his rookie season, he played in 16 games, catching 16 passes for 226 yards and one touchdown.
He also contributed significantly on special teams.
Unfortunately, Hollins suffered an injury in 2018 that kept him out for the entire season, missing the Eagles’ Super Bowl LII victory.
In 2019, he signed with the Miami Dolphins, where he played in 17 games, catching 16 passes for 226 yards and no touchdowns. His role was more focused on special teams.
In 2020, Hollins joined the Las Vegas Raiders. He played in 16 games, catching 17 passes for 176 yards and no touchdowns.
He continued to be a key contributor on special teams. The following year, Hollins signed with the Atlanta Falcons but did not play for them during the regular season.
In 2022, he signed with the Buffalo Bills, where he has continued to contribute on special teams and occasionally as a receiver.
