He’s an NFL wide receiver who made a name for himself as a reliable and productive possession receiver, despite being selected 114th overall by the Jacksonville Jaguars back in 2011. Over the course of four solid seasons with the Jaguars, he steadily built his reputation on the field. Then, in 2015, he took the next step in his career by signing with the Houston Texans, where he continued to showcase his consistency and route-running precision.
Before all the spotlight, though, his journey started much closer to home. Back in Cleveland, he played quarterback at Collinwood High School—yes, quarterback—where his father, Cecil Jr., served as his coach and played a big role in shaping his early development. It was a family affair, really. After high school, he moved on to the University of Mount Union, where during his freshman year, he was actually the backup QB. That transition from signal-caller to wide receiver wasn’t common, but it clearly worked out well for him.
Off the field, he’s grounded by family. His mother, Priscilla, has been a constant support, and he shares a close bond with his sister, Candace. Through every phase—from high school standout to college athlete to NFL pro—he’s carried that foundation with him. And now, as an established player in the league, his story stands as a testament to perseverance, adaptability, and the value of steady growth. He didn’t come in as a superstar, but over time, he became exactly what teams look for: dependable, hard-working, and always ready when called upon.
He was named the Division-III National Offensive Player of the Year back in 2009, and honestly, that wasn’t even his only major accomplishment. He earned First-Team Little All-American honors twice during his time at the University of Mount Union. It’s impressive how he made such a big impact after switching positions to wide receiver—really shows his adaptability and skill. He definitely stood out, and his performance that year solidified his reputation as one of the top players in Division III. He proved time and again that he belonged at the top, and those accolades? Well, they speak for themselves.