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Kahlil Hill | WR | Iowa | Big Ten Conference
Selected by Atlanta Falcons in round 6, pick 12 (184 overall)
Height Weight 40 Grade
6'2 200 4.62 3.65
Kahlil Hill
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Productive receiver and starter at Iowa three of the last five years. Led the team in receiving as a senior with 53/792/14/8, also averaging 19/11.9/0 on punt returns and 12/26.1/0 returning kicks. Second to Kevin Kasper as a junior when he caught 58/619/10.7/5, averaging 16/9.6/0 returning punts and 25/27.2/1 on kick returns. Suspended from the team in 1999 after catching 35 passes as a redshirt sophomore the prior year and averaging 18/25.9/1 returning kicks and 10/17.7/2 on punt returns. Father, J.D. Hill was a former first round pick for the Buffalo Bills, while brother Shelby was a top receiver for the Syracuse Orangemen in the early '90s.

Nice-sized target that also impacts the game as a return specialist. Quick releasing off the line of scrimmage, comes back to the ball and extends for the high throws, making the tough grab in traffic. Adjusts well in mid air, reaches back to grab the errant throw and displays strong hands. Strong running after the catch and picks up extra yardage, traits he shows returning both punts and kicks. Runs well laterally catching the pass in stride and overall a fine athlete. Not always willing to lay out or expose himself in a crowd nor does he consistently win out in battles the way he is capable of. Not quick into his breaks, lacks deep speed and must be more consistent catching the ball with his hands. When focused a productive player that could be a second wideout for a team, doubling as a return specialist. Will have a long career if he dedicates himself but could also quickly be looking for a new line of work if he decides otherwise. Early Fourth Round.

2001 Receiving Statistics
Receptions Receiving Yards Yards Per Reception Touchdowns
59 841 14.3 8

2001 Rushing Statistics
Rushing Yards Attempts Average per Rush Touchdowns
0 3 0 0

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