Drew Hill was a professional football player who played as a wide receiver in the National Football League (NFL) for 14 seasons. He was born on June 11, 1956, in Atlanta, Georgia, and attended Georgia Tech University, where he played college football.
Hill began his professional career in 1979 when he was drafted by the Los Angeles Rams in the twelfth round of the NFL Draft. He played for the Rams for four seasons, from 1979 to 1982, and was a key player in their offense. In 1983, he was traded to the Houston Oilers, where he played for the next eight seasons.
During his time with the Oilers, Hill became one of the most productive wide receivers in the NFL. He was a key part of the Oilers' high-powered offense, which was known as the "Run and Shoot" offense. Hill was a speedy and elusive receiver who was able to make big plays down the field. He was also a reliable target for quarterback Warren Moon, who was one of the best quarterbacks in the league at the time.
Hill's best season with the Oilers came in 1989 when he caught 90 passes for 1,312 yards and 9 touchdowns. He was named to the Pro Bowl that year and was also named a first-team All-Pro. Hill continued to be a productive player for the Oilers throughout the early 1990s, but his production began to decline as he got older.
In 1993, Hill was released by the Oilers and signed with the Atlanta Falcons. He played one season with the Falcons before retiring from the NFL after the 1993 season. Over the course of his career, Hill caught 634 passes for 9,831 yards and 60 touchdowns. He also returned 4 kickoffs for touchdowns.
After retiring from football, Hill remained involved in the sport. He worked as a coach and mentor for young football players and was also involved in various charitable organizations. Hill passed away on March 18, 2011, at the age of 54. He was remembered by his former teammates and fans as a talented and dedicated player who made a significant impact on the NFL.
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