The New England Patriots are heading back to the Super Bowl, and even one of their fiercest rivals took a moment to acknowledge the moment. Tyreek Hill, the Miami Dolphins' star wide receiver, reacted to New England’s gritty 10-7 win over the Denver Broncos by posting on X: “Patriots in the Super Bowl happy for them.”
It’s a short message, but it carries some weight considering the source. Hill, who’s torched the Patriots plenty of times in his career, has never been one to hold back.
But this post feels more like a tip of the cap than any kind of backhanded jab. The Patriots, after a season defined by defensive toughness and just enough offense, are back on the biggest stage, set to face the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl LX.
Meanwhile, Hill’s own situation in Miami is anything but settled.
The Dolphins have now missed the playoffs in back-to-back seasons, and the organization has already made a major move by parting ways with head coach Mike McDaniel. That decision signals a potential rebuild - and Hill’s future is one of the biggest question marks looming over the franchise.
There’s been a steady stream of cryptic social media posts from Hill over the past year, hinting at frustration or perhaps a desire for a change of scenery. And then there’s the contract.
Hill is currently set to make $36 million in 2026 - none of it guaranteed. That number alone makes it highly unlikely he plays under the current terms.
As ESPN’s Bill Barnwell noted, there’s “a zero percent chance” Hill returns on that deal. A pay cut could be on the table, but with McDaniel out, the team potentially starting over, and whatever internal issues linger from the end of the 2024 season, the writing may already be on the wall. Hill might have played his final down in a Dolphins uniform.
Of course, there’s also the matter of his health. Hill suffered a season-ending leg injury last year, and while his resume speaks for itself - eight Pro Bowls, five First-Team All-Pro nods, a Super Bowl ring - teams will want to know how close he is to returning to form before making a move.
At his best, Hill is still one of the most dangerous offensive weapons in the league. Even in a limited 2024 campaign, he reminded everyone why he commands so much attention.
And when it comes to facing the Patriots, Hill has done more than just talk. In 11 career games against New England, he’s racked up 928 yards and seven touchdowns - numbers that speak to just how much of a problem he’s been for Bill Belichick’s defense over the years.
He even added 42 more yards in a playoff matchup. So, it’s safe to say the Patriots wouldn’t mind seeing him leave the division - or the conference entirely.
As the Patriots prepare for another shot at a Lombardi Trophy, Hill and the Dolphins are staring down a very different kind of offseason. One filled with questions, uncertainty, and the possibility of a major shake-up.