Tyreek Hill Vows to Play Again After Dolphins Release

The star wide receiver is determined to return to the NFL despite a serious knee injury.

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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After being released by the Miami Dolphins, Pro Bowl wide receiver Tyreek Hill has indicated that he intends to play again in the NFL next season. Hill suffered a dislocated left knee and multiple torn ligaments in Week 4 of the 2025 season, requiring major surgery. However, his agent Drew Rosenhaus said Hill is "progressing well" in his recovery and is "working his tail off" to get back on the field as soon as possible.

Why it matters

Tyreek Hill is one of the most dynamic and productive wide receivers in the NFL, having led the league in receiving yards and touchdowns in 2023. His potential return to the league would be a major boost for whichever team signs him, provided he can fully recover from his severe knee injury.

The details

Hill, an eight-time Pro Bowl selection, was released by the Dolphins ahead of contract guarantees for the upcoming season. The team will take a $28.2 million dead cap hit in 2026 due to the release. Despite the injury, Rosenhaus said Hill "does intend to play next season" and that he could "change his mind at any time" about his future plans.

  • In Week 4 of the 2025 season, Hill suffered a dislocated left knee and multiple torn ligaments.
  • On February 16, 2026, the Dolphins released Hill from their roster.

The players

Tyreek Hill

A Pro Bowl wide receiver who was released by the Miami Dolphins after suffering a serious knee injury in 2025.

Drew Rosenhaus

Tyreek Hill's agent, who said Hill is "progressing well" in his recovery and intends to play again in the NFL next season.

Mike McDaniel

The former head coach of the Miami Dolphins, who was fired after the 2025 season.

Jeff Hafley

The new head coach of the Miami Dolphins, hired last month.

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What they’re saying

“He had a challenging injury, but he is working his tail off and doing everything he can to get back as soon as possible.”

— Drew Rosenhaus, Tyreek Hill's agent (Sports Xtra)

“Certainly, Tyreek would be the first one to say that he has a lot of work to do.”

— Drew Rosenhaus, Tyreek Hill's agent (Sports Xtra)

“He has said to me that he wants to play again, and if Tyreek has made up his mind that that's what he wants to do, then I have no doubt that he'll do it.”

— Drew Rosenhaus, Tyreek Hill's agent (Sports Xtra)

What’s next

The Dolphins will take a $28.2 million dead cap hit in 2026 due to releasing Hill before June 1. Hill's future NFL team and return to the field will be closely watched as he continues his recovery from the serious knee injury.

The takeaway

Tyreek Hill's determination to return to the NFL despite a major injury is a testament to his competitive spirit and drive. His potential comeback could be a major boost for whichever team signs him, provided he can fully recover and regain his elite form.