NFL Free Agent Rumors: Los Angeles Chargers and Kansas City Chiefs top as landing spots for $146M Miami Dolphins star wide receiver (Image via Pinterest: Kansas City Chiefs and Miami Dolphins logos) Tyreek Hill remains unsigned from February 2026 to July 2026.Even though Bleacher Report’s Kristopher Knox reported that Hill’s ability to stretch a defense could keep him under teams’ radar throughout the summer and fall.If a team doesn’t sign him even now, then he could be signed in the midst of a season by a contender needing a playoff push.Who comes to mind when we speak of a contender needing a playoff push? Patrick Mahomes’ team and Justin Herbert’s team.Yes, the Kansas City Chiefs. Yes, the Los Angeles Chargers. Now, how does he fit into their respective equations? Let’s connect the dots.
Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill could reunite with Patrick Mahomes in Chiefs
Bleacher Report’s Kristopher Knox wrote it’s difficult to predict which Super Bowl contenders could need wide receiver help by October or November, but a reunion with quarterback Patrick Mahomes in the Kansas City Chiefs seems logical for Tyreek Hill.In their 58 games together, Mahomes recorded a 106 passer rating with 17,000+ passing yards and 140+ touchdowns and only 36 interceptions, according to StatMuse.Both Mahomes and Hill are recovering from brutal knee injuries in 2026.Sports Illustrated’s senior NFL reporter Albert Breer reported on Monday [July 20] that Mahomes will be fully cleared this week.“There’s an expectation among Chiefs people that Mahomes will be fully cleared this week, and also the knowledge that when they tell him he can go, he will really go.So, the plan is to be smart with it.And make sure everyone is doing what’s going to put him in the best position to be at his best from September to February, not just ready for Week 1 [against the Denver Broncos].”
Tyreek Hill recovery time
As for Tyreek Hill’s progression? USA Today’s Jack McKessy reported in February that a return by the start of the 2026 NFL season is possible for Hill.Though it may take longer depending on his progression through injury rehab.According to Jackson Health System’s website, before returning to sports, doctors and trainers test strength, stability, and confidence in the knee.It’s crucial to note that progress is rarely a straight line and setbacks and adjustments are common.From September 2025 to July 2026 is 10 months. An ACL injury takes 9 to 12 months to recover. He is on the 10th month. September would be his 12th month.According to Bleacher Report’s James Palmer, “There still is, to my understanding, no guarantee that Tyreek Hill plays in 2026. I think it’s wishful thinking.”Palmer said teams will monitor Hill’s situation. But nothing sounds imminent regarding his return to the NFL.The scope of the damage tells the story: his ACL, PCL, MCL, and meniscus were all affected. That combination creates a complicated and lengthy recovery.It could keep Hill out for the entire 2026 NFL season, if not for a large portion of it. So, he could come in for the playoff push.The playoff push usually happens in late November and early December. That would have him over 12 months, almost 15 months.And his brutal injury could require 12 to 15 months to recover. If the pieces fit, he could play for Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs.If not, he could play for the Chargers and Justin Herbert.
Miami WR Tyreek Hill could reunite with coach Mike McDaniel in Los Angeles
Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel and Tyreek Hill share a history in Miami Dolphins.McDaniel was Hill’s head coach. They have spent four seasons together [2022 to 2025].Hill was traded from the Kansas City Chiefs to the Chargers in 2022.Hill posted 1,700+ back-to-back receiving yards under McDaniel’s guidance.McDaniel was fired after he failed to meet postseason expectations of Miami. The very next month, Hill was also released.The Chargers signed McDaniel as their offensive coordinator. He is building rapport with quarterback Justin Herbert.He also has a well-established rapport with Hill from Miami. The two could reunite in Los Angeles.If not for that, then for postseason contending. That’s where the Chargers are lacking.And NFL insider Adam Schefter told The Pat McAfee Show in May that Hill could be ready midway through the season.So, that’s when the Chargers could need him. For? The playoff push…So, who would it be? The Chiefs or the Chargers? Remains to be seen… watching with wide eyes!
Tyreek Hill potential landing spots
Category
Details
Player
Tyreek Hill
Current Team
None. He was released by the Miami Dolphins in February 2026
Potential Landing Spots
Kansas City Chiefs, Las Vegas Raiders, Los Angeles Chargers, Buffalo Bills, and Chicago Bears
Contract Status
UFA [unrestricted free agent]
Spotrac Calculated Market Value
Two years, $30 million contract with $15 million average annual salary
Free Agency Signing Likelihood
Low to Moderate
Total Career Earnings
$146 million over 10 NFL seasons.