T.Y. Hilton, Former Colts Receiver, Officially Retires
T.Y. Hilton announced his retirement from the NFL on Wednesday. T.Y. Hilton, Former Colts Receiver, Officially Retires.
Colts tenure and career numbers
Hilton spent the bulk of his professional career with Indianapolis. He was on the roster from 2012 through 2021.
- 638 receptions with the Colts.
- 9,812 receiving yards in Indianapolis.
- 53 touchdowns for the franchise.
- Led the NFL in receiving yards in 2016 with 1,448 yards.
- Five seasons with more than 1,000 receiving yards.
- Selected to the Pro Bowl four times.
Final season and announcement
Hilton last played in the NFL during the 2022 season. He appeared in three games for the Dallas Cowboys that year.
He made the retirement public in a post on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. The message expressed gratitude to team owners, teammates, and fans.
What he said
Hilton thanked Colts owner Jim Irsay and the organization for giving him a chance early in his career. He also acknowledged the Cowboys for the final opportunity to play.
He praised teammates for their camaraderie and spoke fondly of Indianapolis fans. He credited family and friends for their support throughout his journey.
Legacy
Hilton leaves as one of the Colts’ most consistent playmakers of the 2010s. His speed and big-play ability defined his career.
He remains linked to memorable runs out of Lucas Oil Stadium and lasting ties to Indianapolis. Filmogaz.com will continue to follow any future developments.
