Hillis enjoyed an 11-year NFL career playing for four teams: Denver Broncos, Cleveland Browns, Kansas City Chiefs and New York Giants. He first garnered attention with EA Sports Madden NFL 12 release where his face graced its cover image.
Peyton Hillis is currently married and the father of one child. In addition, he serves as a TV host as well as acting in movies.
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Early Life and Education
Hillis was an accomplished athlete while attending Conway High School. After college football for Arkansas – earning All-South, All-Conference, and All-State accolades – he was selected in the seventh round of 2007 NFL Draft by Denver Broncos where he spent seven seasons. Playing alongside Cleveland Browns, Kansas City Chiefs and New York Giants.
Hillis earned most of his net worth through the NFL and other endeavors, such as television appearances and movies he starred in (Madden 12 was even graced by him!). Other assets of note include his 1,120-acre ranch near Shiloh National Military Park in Stantonville, Tennessee where he and ex-wife Amanda share custody of their son Orry Hillis.
Professional Career
Hillis was an accomplished NFL career during his seven-year run with Denver Broncos, Cleveland Browns, Kansas City Chiefs and New York Giants – he rushed for 2,832 yards in 696 attempts with 23 rushing touchdowns while also serving as an excellent receiver and returning kicks.
Due to multiple concussions, he retired from football in 2015. Doctors advised him against continuing playing as it could result in even more health problems in the long run.
After retiring from football, Hillis focused on business ventures and acting career. He appeared on Peyton’s Places TV series before appearing as one of the main actors in a Hollywood horror flick called The Hunting. Hillis and Cole each played significant parts in this horror movie together – they now reside together in Mantua Ohio.
Achievement and Honors
Hillis has seen great success as an NFL player, amassing an estimated net worth of $13 Million thanks largely to his NFL salary and endorsement deals.
Hillis not only enjoys high NFL salaries, but he has a lucrative sponsorship with RipFire XCELERATE diet supplement company – something many athletes do!
He also recently purchased a farm near Shiloh National Military Park for $2.6 million.
Hillis has made several acting appearances since retiring from football; both he and Angela Cole, his girlfriend, have appeared in several productions together since 2010.
Personal Life
Hillis attended college at the University of Arkansas between 2004 and 2007 where he played fullback as well as returning punts and kickoffs for the team. Due to his outstanding performance at these positions, scouts took notice and selected him in the seventh round of the 2008 NFL draft by Denver Broncos.
Peyton Hillis retired from the NFL after suffering a traumatic brain injury and since has remained actively engaged with sports by hosting shows and appearing in Hollywood movies.
Hillis and Cole have been seen together in various productions such as 2021’s film The Hunting. However, neither have publicly revealed their relationship status. Hillis also holds an endorsement agreement with RipFire XCELERATE (an important dietary supplement brand).
Net Worth
Hillis amassed his fortune through seven seasons in the NFL. Throughout this time he represented various teams such as Denver Broncos, Cleveland Browns, Kansas City Chiefs, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and New York Giants.
He achieved fame after appearing on the cover of Madden NFL 12 after an impressive rookie campaign for Cleveland Browns in 2012. Unfortunately, due to repeated concussions he made the decision to retire due to constant pain.
Though he retired early from football, he has still found success outside of it in a variety of ventures. He has appeared in live shows and movies. Additionally, he is father to a son and daughter while currently dating Angela Cole; they can frequently be seen together out in public.