Mitchell Trubisky is entering his ninth season in the NFL in 2024, currently preparing to play for the Buffalo Bills. His wife, Hillary, recently posted an emotional message on Instagram reflecting on this milestone, highlighting the significance of his ongoing career with the Bills.
Trubisky, who played college football at North Carolina, was the second overall pick in the 2017 NFL Draft by the Chicago Bears. After several years with different teams, including previous time with the Bills, he is once again part of Buffalo’s roster for the upcoming season, marking a key chapter in his professional journey.
An Emotional Milestone Shared by Trubisky’s Wife
On Wednesday, the NFL released a feature that recognized several players beginning their ninth seasons, with Trubisky included on the list. Hillary Trubisky shared the announcement on her Instagram story, expressing disbelief that nine years have passed.
“Can’t believe it’s year 9,” Hillary wrote in the caption.
The couple’s relationship dates back to when Mitchell was with the Chicago Bears, and they married in 2021. The following year, they celebrated the birth of their first child together. Hillary has been supportive throughout his career, including when he rejoined the Bills last year.
“BACK TO BUFFALO (red and heart emojis). Proud of you,” Hillary wrote, tagging Mitchell after he signed a two-year contract with Buffalo.
Tracing Mitchell Trubisky’s NFL Career Path
Trubisky began his professional career with the Bears, starting as a backup to Mike Glennon during his rookie season. He then took over as the starting quarterback in Week 5 after a poor start to the season and ended up starting 12 games that year, passing for 2,193 yards and seven touchdowns.
Over his four seasons with Chicago, he appeared in 51 regular-season games and started 50, accumulating 10,609 passing yards and 64 touchdowns. In 2021, Trubisky moved to the Buffalo Bills as backup to Josh Allen, playing sparingly across six games.
The following year, Trubisky signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers on a two-year deal. He secured a three-year contract extension in 2023 but was released in February 2024 after two seasons, during which he appeared in 12 games and threw for 1,884 yards and eight touchdowns.
Returning to the Bills last season, Trubisky backed up Josh Allen again, playing in nine games with 179 passing yards and two touchdowns. Buffalo reached the AFC Championship game but were defeated by the Kansas City Chiefs.
What This Season Means for Mitchell Trubisky and the Bills
As Trubisky prepares for his ninth NFL season, his role veteran experience and reliable backup quarterback will be crucial for the Bills. His journey through multiple teams and steady contributions reflect a resilient career that continues to evolve.
Hillary’s heartfelt message underscores the personal and professional milestones Trubisky has reached. Fans and analysts alike will watch closely to see how this season shapes up for both him and the Buffalo Bills organization moving forward.