The Miami Dolphins made a bold move this week by releasing wide receiver Tyreek Hill, a decision that has fans buzzing about a potential return to the Kansas City Chiefs. However, when Chiefs head coach Andy Reid was asked about the possibility of Hill rejoining the team, he expressed uncertainty about Hill's current health status, stating, "I don’t know if Tyreek is healthy right now to do anything. I’m sure he’s working hard on that part of it to get that straightened out… There’s nothing happening there."
Hill's season came to an abrupt halt due to a significant leg injury, prompting the Dolphins to save $22.9 million in cap space by parting ways with him. This move was a strategic decision for a new regime, considering the uncertainty surrounding Hill's recovery.
On social media, Hill shared an emotional message with his followers, expressing gratitude to the Dolphins organization and its fans. He assured everyone that he plans to make a comeback, writing, "So to everyone wondering what’s next… just wait on it. The Cheetah will be back…Born Again."
The injury Hill sustained was severe, involving a dislocated knee and multiple torn ligaments, leading to a long rehabilitation process that might include several surgeries. Given the extent of his injury, it's unclear when or if Hill will be ready to hit the field again. Although he's free to sign with any team, it's likely Hill will remain a free agent for the foreseeable future.
Hill, now 31, was originally drafted by the Chiefs in the fifth round back in 2016. He was approaching the final year of a modest four-year, $2.58 million contract in 2019 when the Chiefs rewarded him with a lucrative three-year, $54 million extension, featuring $35.2 million guaranteed.
The Chiefs traded Hill to the Dolphins in the 2022 offseason, where he inked a massive four-year, $120 million deal, including $72.2 million guaranteed. Hill later agreed to a restructured three-year, $90 million contract with $65 million guaranteed, heading into the 2024 season. However, as he was recovering from his injury, Miami decided to release him in February 2026.
In the 2025 season, Hill managed to play in four games for the Dolphins, recording 21 receptions on 29 targets for 265 yards and one touchdown. As Hill navigates his recovery, the football world will be watching closely to see where the next chapter of his career unfolds.