American football star Tyreek Hill isn't called the "Cheetah" for nothing. Known for his voracious speed, the former athlete was termed the fastest junior athlete of 2012, completing a distance of 200m in mere 20.14 seconds.
His career transition to football also turned out to be fruitful as Tyreek was named as a First-team All-Pro punt returner in his rookie year in NFL. The Florida native is now affiliated with the Kansas City Chiefs as a wide receiver and return specialist.
Despite his impressive record in the field, Tyreek isn't free of controversies. He gained notoriety for his abusive behavior towards ex-fiancee Crystal Espinal and son.
Tyreek's violent nature not only cost him his family, but it also got him suspended from NFL for a few months on 26 April 2019. But, he made a stunning return with Kansas City, signing a three-year extension worth $54 million on 6 September 2019.
Tyreek Hill's Brief Wiki
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Date Of Birth: 1994 Birthday: 1 March |
Nationality: American |
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Birth Place: Lauderhill, Florida |
Ethnicity: African-American |
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Age: 26-Years-Old |
Height: 5 feet 10 inches (1.78 m) |
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Birth Sign: Pisces |
Net Worth: $20 Million Income: $54 million worth contract with Kansas City Chef |
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Occupation: American Football Player |
Partner(s): Crystal Espinal |
Accused of Domestic Violence Towards Son
Earlier in April 2019, the NFL star was accused of breaking his three-year-old son's arm, USA Today states. His then-girlfriend/fiancee Crystal Espinal claimed that their son was 'terrified' by his father's actions.
Concerning the allegations, Tyreek responded by saying the claims were false. A day after Kansas' district attorney declined to press charges against the footballer, an audio file of Tyreek denying the accusations surfaced in the media.
In the recording obtained by TMZ, Tyreek could be heard asking Crystal:
"Did I Hit you? Tell me the truth in my eyes right now. Look at me."
After the disclosure of Tyreek's violent behavior, he was suspended from the Kansas Chiefs but later returned after the charges were cleared.
Even though he saved his sinking career, Tyreek lost his family after the event. The alleged child abuse incident led Crystal to file documents for sole custody of their son, Zev. She also demanded child support in July 2019. Additionally, Crystal mentioned that she had no intention of co-parenting her children with Tyreek.
However, this is not the first time the Kansas City player has entangled himself in his family issues.
Back in December 2014, the 26-year-old NFL player had assaulted Crystal when she was eight weeks pregnant with his child, kansascity.com cites. Several sources claimed that she found the messages, which Tyreek had sent to high school girls at Oklahoma State. The discovery had triggered violence in the formal athlete.
He pleaded guilty and even served three years of probation and anger-management course.
Engaged Or Married To Crystal Espinal?
The Kansas City Chiefs receiver got engaged to his longtime girlfriend (now-ex-fiancee) Crystal Espinal in 2018, despite their clashes, allegations, and arguments.
Tyreek and his three-year-old son moved to Kansas City, where he proposed Crystal in a low-key night in September 2018. Besides that, the couple also spent some quality time with their son, Zev.
Tyreek Hill with his longtime girlfriend, Crystal Espinal and their son Zev (© CrysEspinal's Twitter)
However, the duo did not take their relationship to the next level.
As of now, Tyreek is not married, and he lives a single and happy life.
Career And Net Worth Of Tyreek Hill
Tyreek's career started as an athlete. During his years at Cofee High School, he grabbed both 100 and 200 meters at the 2012 Georgia 5A state meet. Moreover, he was named USA Today All-American track and field selection, the same year.
After his high school career, he ran track and initiated a football career at Garden City Community College for the Broncbusters football team.
Later, on August 30, 2014, he made his debut appearance for Cowboys at Oklahoma State University. However, after three months, Oklahoma dismissed him from the team because of his domestic violence incident.
After having his career from the University of West Alabama, he got drafted by The Kansas City Chiefs in the fifth round of the 2016 NFL Draft.
On 17 May 2016, Tyreek signed a four-year contract with Kansas for $2.58 million with $100,000 guaranteed and a signing bonus of $70,000, as per spotrac.com. However, he was suspended in his third season from the Kansas City Chiefs due to his ongoing child abuse investigation.
(©: Instagram/Tyrek Hill)
Despite that, in July of 2019, Kansas City announced that they were interested in expanding his contract after WR avoids suspension.
Later, on 6 September 2019, Tyreek signed three years contract worth $54 million with Kansas City. His 2018 season stats record a total of 16 games played, 87 receptions, a total of 1,479 yards covered, and an overall average of 17.0, according to nfl.com.
As of 2020, Tyrek Hill has a net worth amounting to $20 million, celebritynetworth.com reports.