🏈 The Miami Dolphins released wide receiver Tyreek Hill on Monday, ending his run with the team as he continues to recover from a serious knee injury and hits the open market 71015141. Several reports cast the move as part of Miami’s roster reset and cost-cutting push, with The Guardian estimating about $22.8m (about $23m) in 2026 salary-cap savings tied to the decision 71511.
With one of the league’s most explosive playmakers suddenly available, attention quickly shifted to which contenders might pursue him — and what his market looks like while his rehab continues 8121.
Sources
- Three possible destinations for Tyreek Hill with the Kansas City Chiefs included [marca.com] (2026-02-17)
- Tyreek Hill on the market: Could Patriots land the speedster after Dolphins cut? [marca.com] (2026-02-17)
- Chris Jones makes bold move to bring Tyreek Hill back to Chiefs [marca.com] (2026-02-17)
- Dolphins cut Tyreek Hill: Stephen A. Smith wonders where the star WR will land [marca.com] (2026-02-17)
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Highlights
- Reunion caution: FS1 analyst Willie Colon warned that “nostalgia” can cloud Kansas City’s decision-making, arguing the Chiefs’ roster needs and cap situation make a Hill reunion anything but simple — even if the interest is real 9.
- Dolphins reshuffle: CBS Sports reported Miami also released pass rusher Bradley Chubb in the same wave of moves, widening the focus to what comes next for the roster — including at quarterback with Tua Tagovailoa 1315.
- Contract timing: CBS Sports described Hill’s release as a move made ahead of upcoming 2026 contract triggers and guarantees, suggesting it wasn’t just about on-field fit but also about limiting future financial commitments 14.
- Patriots pitch: Marca reported Robert Griffin III publicly urged New England to take a big swing on Hill, selling the idea of adding a game-breaking speed threat 2.
Perspectives
Miami Dolphins (team direction): The Dolphins framed Hill’s exit as part of a broader reset — turning the page now while he works back from a major knee injury.
Chris Jones (Kansas City Chiefs): Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones publicly called for Kansas City to bring Hill back after his release.
Willie Colon (FS1): Colon urged the Chiefs not to chase a reunion, citing cap constraints and uncertainty about how Hill will look after the injury.
Robert Griffin III (media analyst): Griffin urged the Patriots to pursue Hill as a bold offseason move to add speed and playmaking.