T.Y. Hilton Retires from NFL Three Years After Final Catch

T.Y. Hilton announced his retirement from the NFL in a graphic posted on X Wednesday afternoon. He is 36 years old and thanked Mr. Irsay, his family, and the Colts organization.

Colts beginnings and rise

The Colts selected Hilton in the third round, 92nd overall, of the 2012 draft. He joined a receiving corps that included veteran Reggie Wayne and rookie quarterback Andrew Luck.

Hilton posted 50 catches, 861 yards, and seven touchdowns as a rookie. He then produced five 1,000-yard seasons across a six-year stretch.

Accolades and peak seasons

Hilton earned Pro Bowl honors four times from 2014 through 2017. He led the NFL in receiving yards in 2016 with 1,448 yards.

Across his decade in Indianapolis, Hilton recorded at least five touchdowns in eight different seasons. He hit a career-high seven touchdowns in both 2012 and 2014.

Signature game: 2013 playoff comeback

Hilton played a central role in the Colts’ 28-point comeback in the 2013 Wild Card round. He caught 224 yards in that game, the most in franchise history.

The outing ranks third-most receiving yards in a postseason game in NFL history. Hilton finished that contest with a 64-yard go-ahead touchdown with just over four minutes remaining.

Career totals and Colts records

Hilton ranks third in Colts history in receiving yards. Only Marvin Harrison and Reggie Wayne are ahead of him.

Final seasons and next chapter

After 10 seasons with Indianapolis, Hilton spent most of the 2022 season sidelined. He signed a late-season deal with the Dallas Cowboys in December 2022.

With Dallas, he played three games. He saw 10 targets and caught seven passes for 121 yards.

Hilton retires from the NFL more than three years after his final catch. Late last year, he was named head football coach at Miami Springs High School, his alma mater.

Filmogaz.com will continue to cover developments related to Hilton’s new coaching role and legacy in Indianapolis.