Sammie Lee Hill (born November 8, 1986) is a former American football

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. He was drafted by the

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in the fourth round of the

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. He played

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. He was also a member of the Tennessee Titans.

Early years

Hill played high school football at West Blocton High School in West Blocton, Alabama.

College career

He played at Stillman College in Tuscaloosa, Alabama from 2005 to 2008.

Professional career

Detroit Lions

Hill was drafted by the

in the fourth round of the

and was the first player from Stillman to be drafted.

Tennessee Titans

On March 13, 2013, Hill signed a three-year, $11.4 million contract, including $4 million guaranteed with the Tennessee Titans.Sammie Lee Hill, Tennessee Titans strike 3-year deal
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References

External links

Detroit Lions bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Hill, Sammie 1986 births Living people People from Bibb County, Alabama American football defensive tackles Stillman Tigers football players Detroit Lions players Tennessee Titans players