NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
DONTRELL HILLIARD
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Titans waive 2012 NFL MVP Adrian Peterson after 3 games
The Tennessee Titans have waived 2012 NFL MVP Adrian Peterson after three games in a flurry of roster moves TuesdayNOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Secures spot on Tennessee roster Hilliard was signed to Tennessee's 53-man roster Wednesday, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
Impact After being elevated off the practice squad for Week 11, Hilliard submitted a performance that was one of the few silver linings in the Titans' 22-13 loss to the Texans on Sunday. Serving in a change-of-pace role while Jeremy McNichols (concussion) was sidelined, Hilliard played 63 percent of the offensive snaps, finishing with seven carries for 35 yards and eight receptions for 47 yards on 10 targets. Though McNichols could be back for the Titans' Week 12 game at New England, Hilliard's outing was enough to convince Tennessee to keep him on the roster over seven-time Pro Bowler Adrian Peterson, who was waived in a corresponding move. Despite his excellent showing, Hilliard could take a back seat to D'Onta Foreman and/or McNichols when the Titans are following a more positive game script than they did versus the Texans.
NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Tennessee Titans sign running back Dontrell Hilliard to active roster from practice squad, agent says The Tennessee Titans signed running back Dontrell Hilliard to their active roster from the practice squad, according to his agent.
NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • TENNESSEAN.COM
Titans sign RB Dontrell Hilliard to active roster Hilliard is getting promoted to the active roster after an impressive Week 11 performance.
NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
Totals 80 yards Hilliard carried the ball seven times for 35 yards in Sunday's 22-13 loss to the Texans. He added eight receptions on 10 targets for 47 yards.
Impact Hilliard was elevated from the practice squad prior to the game to fill in for Jeremy McNichols (concussion). Hilliard did his best McNichols impression by leading the team in targets and receptions. He also mixed in on the ground, matching D'Onta Foreman with seven carries in the game while also running effectively by ripping off gains of 16, 11 and seven yards. Hilliard did make a key mistake when he fumbled on a reception near the goal line, though the Titans managed to recover for a touchdown. Assuming McNichols is able to pass through concussion protocol, Hilliard may not return to the active roster for a Week 12 matchup against New England.
NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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We All Have a Job to Do ' Dontrell Hilliard Player Interview Titans RB Dontrell Hilliard addresses reporters following Tennessee's Week 11 matchup against the Houston Texans on Sunday at Nissan Stadium...
NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM
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NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • YOUTUBE
RB Dontrell Hilliard (on having fun with his performance apart from the outcome of the game)
NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM
Elevated by Titans Hilliard was elevated from the Titans' practice squad ahead of Sunday's game against the Texans, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
Impact Hilliard will rejoin the active roster for the first time since Week 8. He didn't play any offensive snaps during his season debut but will provide depth in the backfield Sunday since Jeremy McNichols (concussion) has been ruled out.
NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Titans put outside linebacker Bud Dupree on injured reserve
The Tennessee Titans have put linebacker Bud Dupree on injured reserve with an abdominal injury that sent him to the locker room early in last week’s gameNOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Fates are in the stars for midseason Titans-Rams showdown
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Returns to practice squad Hilliard reverted to the Titans' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's official transactions report.
Impact Hilliard played 16 snaps on special teams Week 8, but he failed to record any stats. With Derrick Henry (ankle) expected to miss six to 10 weeks, Hilliard could end up handling an expanded depth role for Tennessee going forward.
NOVEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Called up for Sunday's game Hilliard will be added to the active roster for Sunday's game against the Colts, Jim Wyatt of the Titans' official site reports.
Impact Hilliard just joined the practice squad earlier in the week and will revert there after the game. He'll provide depth at running back and on special teams.
OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Texans cut running back Dontrell Hilliard Dontrell Hilliard was waived by the Texans with an injury designation.
AUGUST 16, 2021 • HOUSTONCHRONICLE.COM
Held out of opener Hilliard (undisclosed) will not play in the game against the Packers on Saturday, NFL reporter Aaron Wilson reports.
Impact The 26-year-old running back is mostly used as a returner when he does touch the field. As long as his injury doesn't cause him to miss extended time, Hilliard should have a good chance of claiming a roster spot.
AUGUST 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Houston Texans release 18-year veteran quarterback McCown
The Houston Texans released veteran quarterback Josh McCown on Monday, likely ending his 18-year NFL careerMARCH 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Staying in Houston Hilliard is re-signing with the Texans on a one-year, $1.25 million contract with $200,000 guaranteed, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Impact The Texans claimed Hilliard off waivers in mid-December, after he made 30 appearances for the Browns from 2018 to 2020. His only touches for Houston were kick returns, a task he also handled throughout much of his time in Cleveland. The contract suggests Hilliard will have a decent shot to make the Week 1 roster for a rebuilding Texans squad.
FEBRUARY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Heading to free agency Hilliard will become an unrestricted free agent during the offseason.
Impact Hilliard started the 2020 season in the Browns' organization before finishing up with the Texans. He ascended to the top kickoff return spot for the final two weeks of the season and didn't play a snap on offense while with Houston. Hilliard will likely catch on with a team looking to add competition to its return game. The Louisiana native has averaged 23.1 return yards on 35 kickoffs during his three-year career.
JANUARY 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Returns kicks Week 16 Hilliard returned two kickoffs for 35 yards in Sunday's 37-31 loss to the Bengals.
Impact Hilliard was activated for the first time since being claimed by the Texans. He essentially replaced running back C.J. Prosise, who had been involved as a kick returner but was inactive for the game.
DECEMBER 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Activated off exempt list Hilliard was activated off the commissioner-exempt list, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Impact Hilliard was claimed off waivers from the Browns earlier this month and could be ready to play Week 16 against the Bengals. With both Duke Johnson (neck) and C.J. Prosise (ankle) dealing with injuries, Hilliard may find himself involved before the end of the season.
DECEMBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Bounced from Browns roster Hilliard was waived by the Browns on Sunday.
Impact With starting offensive guard Wyatt Teller being activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Sunday morning, Hilliard became the odd man out on Cleveland's gameday roster. The 25-year-old has logged five appearances on the 2020 campaign, but he's had a limited offensive role, contributing just 50 scrimmage yards over 10 combined touches.
DECEMBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
The Latest: Steelers get AFC berth, Packers clinch NFC North
The Pittsburgh Steelers already have a playoff berth clinched before kicking off against the Buffalo BillsDECEMBER 13, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Cleveland Browns Activate Wyatt Teller; Waive Dontrell Hilliard Browns get their starting right guard back.
DECEMBER 13, 2020 • 247SPORTS.COM
