Tyreek Hill, an American professional football wide receiver for the Miami Dolphins, was born on March 1, 1994.
He excelled in track and football at Coffee High School, winning state titles in the 100m and 200m.
His college career included stints at Garden City Community College, Oklahoma State University, and the University of West Alabama, where he showcased his skills as a running back, receiver, and return specialist.
Drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in the fifth round of the 2016 NFL Draft, Hill quickly became known for his speed, earning the nickname Cheetah.
He has been a Pro Bowl selection in each of his eight seasons and won Super Bowl LIV with the Chiefs.
Parents
Tyreek was born to Anesha Sanchez and Derrick Shaw, both of whom were athletes in their youth.
Hill’s upbringing was primarily influenced by his grandparents, Virginia and Herman Hill, as he faced a challenging childhood marked by financial struggles.
While he has kept many details about his parents private, Hill has expressed appreciation for them, notably gifting them their dream cars as a gesture of gratitude for their support.
Career
Hill’s NFL journey began with the Kansas City Chiefs after signing a four-year, $2.58 million contract in 2016.
His rookie season was marked by exceptional speed, clocking in at 22.77 miles per hour, the fastest in the NFL that year.
This performance led to recognition as the AFC Offensive Player of the Week for Week 12 and a spot on the NFL All-Rookie Team.
Hill concluded his first season with 61 receptions for 593 receiving yards and six touchdowns, while also contributing significantly in rushing and special teams.
Building on his success, Hill signed a three-year, $54 million contract extension with the Chiefs in September 2019.
Following a suspension, he started the 2020 season with four consecutive games with a receiving touchdown.
A standout performance in Week 12 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers saw him achieve a career-high 269 receiving yards and three touchdowns, earning him another AFC Offensive Player of the Week award.
Hill wrapped up the 2020 season with 87 receptions for 1,276 receiving yards and 15 receiving touchdowns, resulting in his fifth Pro Bowl nomination and third First-team All-Pro selection.
Hill’s extensive list of NFL honors includes being a Super Bowl Champion (2020), multiple All-Pro First Team selections (2016, 2018, 2020), and consistent Pro Bowl selections from 2016 to 2021.
He was also named to the NFL All-Decade Team of the 2010s.
Additionally, Hill holds Chiefs franchise records for receptions in a season (111 in 2021) and receiving yards in a season (1,479 in 2018), and he is tied for touchdown receptions in a season (15 in 2020).
In 2023, he achieved 119 receptions for a franchise-record 1,799 receiving yards, leading the NFL in receiving yards and tying for the league lead in receiving touchdowns, earning him Pro Bowl and First Team All-Pro honors.
In the 2024 NFL Top 100 Players, Hill’s talent was acknowledged by his peers as he was ranked the best player in the NFL.
