Chris Jones might’ve just fired the first shot in what could become one of the most intriguing storylines of the offseason - and he did it in just four characters.
Shortly after news broke that the Miami Dolphins had released wide receiver Tyreek Hill, the Kansas City Chiefs’ star defensive tackle took to social media with a message aimed directly at his former teammate: “@cheetah it’s ⏰.”
No need for translation - that clock emoji says it all. Jones wants Hill back in Kansas City, and he’s not alone in that sentiment.
Hill, now 31, was a cornerstone of the Chiefs’ offense for six seasons, from 2016 to 2021. He and Jones were drafted together in 2016, grew up in the league together, and won a Super Bowl together.
Hill wasn’t just a deep threat - he was a game-changer. In his time with the Chiefs, he racked up 479 receptions, 6,630 receiving yards, and 62 total touchdowns in 91 regular-season games.
He earned three first-team All-Pro selections and helped redefine what a modern NFL offense could look like when paired with a quarterback like Patrick Mahomes.
Since trading Hill to the Dolphins in 2022, Kansas City has been searching - and struggling - to fill the void he left behind. Travis Kelce remains Mahomes’ most trusted target, but no other wide receiver has cracked the 1,000-yard mark in any of the past four seasons. The Chiefs have tried to patchwork the position with young talent and veteran signings, but none have consistently delivered the kind of production Hill brought to the table.
That’s why Jones’ tweet hits home. It’s not just about nostalgia - it’s about fit, chemistry, and the glaring need for a true No. 1 wideout in Kansas City’s offense.
Hill already knows the system. He already has the rapport with Mahomes.
And if healthy, he still has the speed and explosiveness that made him one of the most feared receivers in the league.
Of course, the biggest question mark is Hill’s health. He underwent surgery in late September to repair a dislocated knee and torn ligaments, and there’s still no official timeline for his return to the field. But Hill made one thing clear after his release: he’s not done.
“The Cheetah don’t slow down,” he wrote on Instagram. “To everyone wondering what’s next ... just wait on it.
The Cheetah will be back ... Born again.”
That’s the kind of message that turns heads - and maybe even opens doors. If Hill can get back to full strength, there’s no doubt teams will be interested. But for Kansas City, the idea of reuniting Mahomes with his most electric weapon is more than just a feel-good story - it could be the move that puts them over the top again.
And if Chris Jones has anything to say about it, the clock’s already ticking.