Bronson Hill (born January 2, 1993) is a former

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. He played

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at Eastern Michigan. Hill played five games in the

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(NFL), but spent most of his career on various team's practice squads. After his NFL career, he had a short stint in the

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league before ending his football career.

Professional career

2015 season

In 2015, Hill was signed by the

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as an undrafted free agent. In his first four preseason games there, he led his team in rushing attempts and was second on his team in rushing yards (92 yards). He was waived during final roster cuts. Throughout the regular season, Hill was on the practice squads of the

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, and the

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Cincinnati Bengals

On February 2, 2016, Hill signed a reserve/future contract with the

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. During the preseason, he rushed for a total of 18 yards. On September 3, 2016, he was waived by the team.

Jacksonville Jaguars

On September 5, 2016, Hill was signed to the Jacksonville Jaguars' practice squad. He was promoted to the Jaguars' active roster on December 10, 2016. On May 1, 2017, Hill was released by the Jaguars.

Minnesota Vikings

On August 12, 2017, Hill signed with the

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. He was waived on September 2, 2017 and was signed to the Vikings' practice squad the next day. He was released on November 7, 2017.

Arizona Cardinals

On November 20, 2017, Hill was signed to the

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' practice squad. He was promoted to the active roster on November 28, 2017. On December 16, 2017, Hill was waived by the Cardinals, but was re-signed three days later. He was released by the Cardinals on May 10, 2018.

Green Bay Packers

On August 19, 2018, Hill signed with the

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. He was waived on September 1, 2018.

Alliance of American Football

In 2018, Hill signed with the Arizona Hotshots of the

for the 2019 season. He later joined the

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, but failed to make the final roster. He was placed on

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after clearing waivers. The league ceased operations in April 2019.

Career statistics

References

External links

Eastern Michigan Eagles bio
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