The Miami Dolphins are staring down one of their most pivotal offseasons in recent memory. After missing the playoffs for the second straight year, the franchise hit the reset button-moving on from head coach Mike McDaniel and, by all indications, preparing to part ways with quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. It’s not just a rebuild-it’s a full-scale identity shift.
And right at the center of that shift? Tyreek Hill.
There’s no denying Hill’s place among the most electrifying players the league has ever seen. But since arriving in Miami, that electricity hasn’t translated into postseason success.
Now, with Hill coming off a season-ending knee injury suffered in Week 4 and his production dipping to its lowest point in four years during the 2024-25 campaign, the Dolphins are facing some tough financial and football decisions. Hill is set to earn $26.6 million in 2026, and with Miami needing both cap flexibility and draft capital, the idea of moving on from their superstar wideout is very much on the table.
Reports suggest Hill’s availability for the upcoming season is still uncertain due to the severity of his injury. If the Dolphins do decide to trade or release him, it could mark the end of a high-profile era that never quite lived up to the hype-and open the door for some intriguing possibilities around the league.
A Kansas City Reunion? Don’t Rule It Out
Whenever Tyreek Hill’s name pops up in trade rumors, the Kansas City Chiefs are always going to be part of the conversation. And for good reason.
Hill had four of his six 1,000-yard seasons with Patrick Mahomes slinging the ball and Andy Reid dialing up the plays. That trio already brought home a Lombardi Trophy together in 2020, and the chemistry between Hill and Mahomes was as electric as any QB-WR combo in recent memory.
Now, with Mahomes working his way back from injury and the Chiefs still very much in their championship window, a reunion isn’t out of the question. It’s unlikely Kansas City would offer a massive trade package for a 31-year-old receiver coming off a knee injury-but if the price is right, and Hill is healthy enough to contribute, the Chiefs could see him as the final piece to another Super Bowl run.
Vegas Long Shot, But Intriguing
If there’s a wild-card destination in this conversation, it’s the Las Vegas Raiders. On paper, this one’s a stretch.
The Raiders have plenty to sort out-starting with a new coaching staff and the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. All signs point to them selecting Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza, the Heisman winner and NCAA champion, to lead the next era of Raiders football.
That alone makes Vegas an interesting landing spot for Hill. Imagine an offense featuring Mendoza at quarterback, Ashton Jeanty in the backfield, and tight end Brock Bowers (hopefully back healthy) creating mismatches across the middle. Add Hill to that mix, and suddenly you’ve got one of the most explosive units in the league-at least on paper.
Of course, there are hurdles. The Raiders would need to navigate Hill’s contract and weigh his past off-field concerns. But if they’re looking to make a splash and give their rookie quarterback a dynamic weapon from day one, Hill could be a game-changer.
Green Bay: A Contender in Need of a WR1
If Hill wants to chase another ring, Green Bay might be the most compelling option on the board. The Packers are clearly in win-now mode. They’ve already made major moves-bringing in Micah Parsons to bolster the defense and reportedly eyeing Malik Willis in free agency to take over under center.
What they’re missing is a true No. 1 receiver.
The Packers have a promising young group in Romeo Doubs, Christian Watson, Jayden Reed, and Matthew Golden. But over the past two seasons, it’s been more of a committee approach than a true go-to guy. And when playoff football rolls around, having that one receiver who can take over a game makes all the difference.
Hill would instantly elevate that room-and the entire offense. His speed, route-running, and playmaking ability would give Green Bay the kind of offensive firepower that can swing a playoff game or tilt a division race.
The challenge, of course, is the cost. The Packers would need to put together a serious trade package, likely involving draft picks and defensive assets.
But if they believe Hill is the missing piece, it’s the kind of bold move that could vault them into the NFC elite.
There’s no sugarcoating it: the Dolphins are in transition, and Tyreek Hill’s future is one of the biggest dominoes yet to fall. Whether it’s a reunion with Mahomes, a fresh start in Vegas, or a title chase in Green Bay, Hill’s next chapter could reshape not just his career-but the trajectory of whichever team lands him.