'I did it for my baby girl': TY Hilton's legendary NFL moment resurfaces as he reveals why he cried during Colts game after baby's birth
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fans had a rollercoaster of emotions after a story about Former Indianapolis Colts wide receiver TY Hilton went viral. The story prompted tears almost a decade after the game took place, but TY Hilton had since reflected on the moment again and this time, he was teary-eyed.
The powerful moment happened just hours after TY Hilton became a father. What happened next on the football field stunned everyone. With zero sleep and full of emotion, TY Hilton still showed up and gave Indianapolis Colts fans a moment to remember. But what really made it unforgettable was how he celebrated.
TY Hilton played the game of his life just hours after his daughter's birth
TY Hilton played against the Jacksonville Jaguars on November 24, 2014 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana.
That same morning, his wife Shantrell gave birth to their daughter.
TY Hilton had not slept at all but decided to suit up and play for the Indianapolis Colts. In the third quarter, TY Hilton scored a touchdown and instantly celebrated in the sweetest way, he rocked the football like a baby.
After the game, TY Hilton got emotional during the post-game interview.
'I did it for my baby girl,' he said. 'I didn't sleep at all. I was in the hospital, then I came straight to the field.'
The Indianapolis Colts beat the Jacksonville Jaguars 23-3 that day, but all fans remember is TY Hilton's love-filled celebration.
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TY Hilton opens up about that moment years later, still emotional
In a recent interview on the Pat McAfee Show on July 6, 2025, TY Hilton recalled that game and even now, says it was one of the proudest days of his life,'Every time I see that clip, I tear up,' TY Hilton said. 'It was more than football that day.'
TY Hilton, who retired in 2023 after spending 10 seasons with the Indianapolis Colts, says that game reminds him why he played the sport with heart. He added, 'I wasn't just playing for stats. That day, I was playing for family.' Sharing the video once more this weekend, the NFL sent it fast viral on social media and reminded fans why TY Hilton will always be an Indianapolis Colts legend.
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