Dax Hill reveals what advice he received from his brother on NFL
Cincinnati Bengals rookie safety Dax Hill already has a mentor with NFL experience in his older brother. A running back for the Baltimore Ravens, Justice Hill was there for his brother throughout the entire draft process.
It was that advice that helped Dax Hill stay calm, and what he believes will continue to help him in his first season.
“He’s definitely been a big supporter in my corner,” Dax Hill said in his introductory press conference. “Especially during these times right now. I’m really relying on him and not just trying to figure it out myself. He’s definitely been a big part of this process for me. Having him go through the same process has been beneficial for me. Going forward, I know what to expect as well.”
Dax Hill appeared in 33 career games at Michigan with 23 starts playing multiple roles in the secondary. He also contributed on special teams. He was an All-Big Ten honoree in 2021, racking up 69 tackles (4.5 for loss), 0.5 sacks, 11 passes defended, two interceptions and a forced fumble.
Justice Hill is a former Oklahoma State player who left Stillwater as the seventh-leading rusher in program history (3,539 yards). He has spent three seasons with the Ravens, though did not play in 2021 after tearing his Achilles. In the two years prior, he totaled 285 yards rushing to go along with two touchdowns in a backup role.
The two brothers grew up together in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where they both played at Booker T. Washington High School. In that time, Dax Hill learned a lot from his brother, who was there to give him advice at both the high school and college levels. Now even with both of them in the NFL, it’s clear that not much has changed at all.
“(He told me) just take it a day at a time,” Dax Hill said. “It’s gonna be a long time. You’re gonna hit the rookie wall, that term everyone talks about. I don’t wanna sound cliché, but it’s gonna be a long season. Just take it a day at a time and try to be more involved on the team as time goes on.”