Collin Hill facts for kids

Collin M. Hill, born on October 9, 1997, is an American football quarterback. He played college football for two different universities: Colorado State and South Carolina. Currently, he is a free agent, meaning he is not signed to a team.

Collin Hill's Early Life

Collin grew up in Moore, South Carolina. He went to Dorman High School where he played both basketball and football. In 2015, during his senior year, he was chosen as the team captain and the most valuable player (MVP). He helped lead his team, the Dorman Cavaliers, all the way to the state championship game in South Carolina.

College Football Journey

Playing for Colorado State

After finishing high school, Collin decided to play college football for Colorado State University. He joined the Colorado State Rams football team. He became their starting quarterback. However, he faced some tough luck, as he had three injuries that ended his seasons early.

Transferring to South Carolina

In 2020, Collin made a big move. He transferred to the University of South Carolina. There, he was named the starting quarterback for the Gamecocks. He took over the position from another player, Ryan Hilinski.

Professional Football Career

Time with the Cincinnati Bengals

After college, Collin was not chosen in the NFL Draft. However, he later signed with the Cincinnati Bengals as a free agent. This meant he could try out for the team. Unfortunately, he was later released and did not make the final 55-player roster for the team.

Playing for the Helvetic Guards

On December 2, 2022, it was announced that Collin would be the starting quarterback for a brand-new team. This team was the Helvetic Guards, part of the European League of Football. He played for them in 2023.

Collin's Life Outside Football

Collin is also focused on his education. He earned a business degree from Colorado State University. He is currently working on getting his Master’s degree in educational technology.