Kahlee Jacoby Hamler Bio
Kahlee Jacoby Hamler is an American professional football wide receiver who played college football at Penn State before being drafted by the Denver Broncos in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft. Known for his speed and agility, Hamler has appeared in 42 NFL games across four seasons with three teams. He was born on July 8, 1999, in Pontiac, Michigan. As of 2025, he is a member of the Buffalo Bills organization.
Early Life and Background
Hamler was born in Pontiac, Michigan, and moved to Florida to play his senior year of high school football at IMG Academy. Before his first game at IMG Academy, he tore his ACL, which required rehabilitation. Prior to transferring, Hamler was a two-year letterman at St. Mary’s Preparatory School in Orchard Lake, Michigan. He was rated as a four-star prospect by ESPN, Rivals, and Scout and received a three-star rating from 247Sports. Hamler also competed in track and field for two seasons during high school.
Path to Professional Football
Hamler’s path to professional football began at St. Mary’s Preparatory, where his performance as a high school athlete attracted attention from major college programs. His four-star recruiting rating reflected his potential as a versatile offensive weapon. Despite suffering a torn ACL before his senior season at IMG Academy, Hamler maintained his collegiate commitment and continued his football journey at the highest level of college competition.
Kahlee Jacoby Hamler Career
College Career at Penn State (2017–2019)
Hamler redshirted as a freshman at Penn State in 2017 due to the ACL injury he sustained while in high school. He returned to the field in 2018 and made his collegiate debut against Appalachian State. In that game, he returned a kickoff 52 yards with less than two minutes remaining to help spark Penn State’s game-tying drive and capped it off with a 15-yard touchdown reception with under a minute left, finishing with three catches for 67 yards and a touchdown.
Against Ohio State during his freshman season, Hamler earned Big Ten Conference Freshman of the Week honors after recording four receptions for 138 yards, including a 93-yard touchdown. Through five games in 2018, he recorded 13 receptions for 308 yards and four touchdowns. In the 2019 season, Hamler had his most productive college year, recording 56 receptions for 904 receiving yards and eight receiving touchdowns, earning Second-team All-Big Ten honors.
Denver Broncos (2020–2022)
Hamler was selected by the Denver Broncos with the 46th overall pick in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft. In Week 2 of his rookie season, he made his NFL debut and recorded three receptions for 48 receiving yards in a 26–21 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. His first career touchdown came in Week 8 against the Los Angeles Chargers when he caught a pass with no time remaining on the clock to help the Broncos win 31–30. Against the Carolina Panthers in Week 14, Hamler recorded two receptions for 86 yards and two touchdowns during the 32–27 victory.
Hamler finished his rookie season with 30 catches for 381 yards and three touchdowns. Hamstring injuries plagued his second season, and he suffered a torn ACL in Week 3 of the 2021 season, which forced him to injured reserve for the remainder of the year. He played only seven games in 2022, recording seven receptions for 165 yards, before being placed on injured reserve with a hamstring injury in December. In March 2023, he underwent surgery to repair a partially torn pectoral muscle.
Indianapolis Colts (2023)
Hamler signed with the Indianapolis Colts practice squad on September 30, 2023. He was not signed to a reserve/future contract after the season ended and became a free agent.
Buffalo Bills (2024–2025)
Hamler signed a reserve/future contract with the Buffalo Bills on January 20, 2024. He was released as part of final roster cuts before the 2024 season but signed back to the practice squad the following day. He signed another reserve/future contract on January 28, 2025, before being released during final roster cuts on August 26, 2025.
Playing Style and Strengths
Hamler is known for his exceptional speed and agility as a wide receiver. His quickness allows him to create separation from defenders and make plays after the catch. His collegiate performance showcased his ability to stretch the field vertically and contribute as a returner on special teams.
Notable Events
Hamler was featured on the 2025 season of Hard Knocks, which documented his time with the Buffalo Bills during training camp and the preseason period.
Kahlee Jacoby Hamler Career Statistics
Hamler has appeared in 42 NFL games across four seasons with three teams. He has recorded 42 receptions for 620 receiving yards and three receiving touchdowns in his professional career.
| League | Receptions | Receiving Yards | Touchdowns |
|---|---|---|---|
| NFL (2020–2025) | 42 | 620 | 3 |
Kahlee Jacoby Hamler Family
Family Background
No public verified information is available regarding Hamler’s family background.
Personal Life
No public verified information is available regarding Hamler’s personal life.
2025 Season Performance
Hamler spent the 2025 season within the Buffalo Bills organization. He appeared on Hard Knocks, which followed the Bills during the 2025 season. He was released during final roster cuts on August 26, 2025, as the team finalized its roster for the regular season.