What Round Was Tyreek Hill Drafted In?

Tyreek Hill was selected by the Kansas City Chiefs in the fifth round with the 165th overall pick of the 2016 NFL Draft, making him one of the greatest late-round steals at the wide receiver position in recent history.

Hill's draft stock fell due to off-field concerns and the fact that he played at West Alabama, a Division II program, after transferring from Oklahoma State. Despite blazing speed—he ran a 4.24-second 40-yard dash at his pro day and was a track star capable of competing at the Olympic level—NFL teams were hesitant to invest high draft capital in him.

The Chiefs saw past the concerns and bet on Hill's game-breaking speed. The gamble paid off immediately. As a rookie, Hill exploded onto the scene as both a receiver and return specialist, earning First-Team All-Pro honors as a returner and making the Pro Bowl. His ability to take any touch to the house revolutionized Kansas City's offensive approach.

Over his first six seasons with the Chiefs, Hill partnered with quarterback Patrick Mahomes to form one of the NFL's most dangerous offensive duos. Hill earned six consecutive Pro Bowl selections (2016-2021), won a Super Bowl championship (Super Bowl LIV), and consistently ranked among the league leaders in receiving yards and touchdowns.

In 2022, Hill was traded to the Miami Dolphins, where he continued his dominance, setting franchise records and proving that his production wasn't solely dependent on Mahomes. His combination of elite speed, route-running precision, and competitive fire has made him a perennial All-Pro selection.

As a fifth-round pick who became an eight-time Pro Bowler and one of the most feared receivers in football, Hill exemplifies how late-round talents can become superstars when paired with the right situation and coaching. His 165th overall selection stands as one of the biggest draft values of the 2010s.