Stephen Hill (American football)

Stephen Trevon Hill (born April 25, 1991) is an American football wide receiver for the New York Jets of the National Football League (NFL). He was drafted by the Jets in the second round of the 2012 NFL Draft. He played college football at Georgia Tech.

High school career
Hill attended Miller Grove High School in Lithonia, Georgia, where he was rated a three-star prospect by Rivals.com. He was ranked as the No. 99 wide receiver in the class of 2009.

College career
Hill attended Georgia Tech from 2009 to 2011. He finished his career with 49 receptions for 1,248 yards and nine touchdowns.

On January 5, 2012, Hill announced that he would forgo his senior season and enter the 2012 NFL Draft.

2012 NFL Draft
At Georgia Tech's Pro Day on March 6, 2012, Hill impressed NFL scouts with his pass catching ability and route running ability, something they had previously questioned. He was considered one of the best wide receiver prospects for the 2012 NFL Draft.

New York Jets
Hill was drafted in the second round by the New York Jets, who traded their 5th and 7th round selections to the Seattle Seahawks to move up four spots to the 43rd overall and select Hill. Hill came to an agreement with the team on a four year $5 million contract with approximately $2.8 million in guarantees on May 3, 2012. Hill was named the starting receiver, alongside Santonio Holmes, on September 6, 2012. Hill made his professional debut on September 9, 2012, against division rival Buffalo Bills. Hill recorded five receptions for 84 yards and two touchdowns from quarterback Mark Sanchez despite battling a stomach illness that caused him to vomit frequently throughout the game. Hill was placed on injured reserve on December 19, 2012 after suffering a sprained LCL in his knee. He finished the year with 252 yards and three touchdowns.