Tyreek Hill is one of the best free agents available because his elite speed, route-running, and game-breaking ability can instantly elevate any offense. Even after his release, Hill’s track record as a multi-time All-Pro and 1,700+ yard receiver makes him a high-upside signing.
However, he is still recovering from a significant knee injury, which adds risk and could impact both his early-season availability and long-term explosiveness.
Quick Facts:
2025 Team: Miami Dolphins
Player: Tyreek Hill
Position: Wide Receiver
Current Contract: Released in 2026 (previously signed 4-year, $120 million extension with Miami)
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Los Angeles Chargers
“If the Chargers don’t go after Tyreek Hill, it will tell me that him and Mike McDaniel didn’t have the best of relationships,” Said TJ Houshmandzadeh. “Or, that Mike McDaniel didn’t think much of him as a leader.
“Because when you get to Tyreek’s stature in the league, with as many years as he’s played and the success he’s had, you’ve got to be a leader in every team that you’re on. So, if the Chargers don’t go after him, that just tells me that McDaniel didn’t like Tyreek on his team as a leader.”
This is an extremely fair point brought up by an NFL legend, and this connection between McDaniel either will bring him to LA or completely rule them out.
Buffalo Bills
Considering the team’s lack of a true No. 1 wide receiver, the Bills are expected to emerge as a legitimate suitor for Hill. In Buffalo, Hill would instantly take over the receiving corps as Allen’s top option in the passing game, and would elevate the talent of guys like Keon Coleman and Khalil Shakir.
Did the Chiefs Sign Tyreek Hill?
“I don’t know if Tyreek is healthy right now to do anything,” Reid said via Sam McDowell of the Kansas City Star. “I’m sure he’s working hard on that part of it to get that straightened out… There’s nothing happening there,”
This was recent breaking news on the apparent connection between Hill and the Kansas City Chiefs, but it seems as of this moment, the Chiefs will not be pursuing.
Jaylen Waddle’s comments on Hill’s recovery
“Two months out of his injury, he’s squatting, and I said, ‘This boy different.’ That boy different. He’s gonna come back CRAZY… You know, Cheetah — he feels like people doubting him now.” – Jaylen Waddle
While it seems like everyone is doubting Tyreek, he is one of those players that truly could shock everyone and be exceptional in his return.
Tyreek Hill Contract
Tyreek Hill signed a four-year, $120 million contract extension with the Miami Dolphins after being traded from the Kansas City Chiefs, including around $106.5 million guaranteed, one of the richest deals ever for a non-quarterback.
His deal had a $51.1 million cap hit projected for 2026, which ultimately became a major factor in Miami’s decision to release him to gain salary cap flexibility.
Tyreek Hill 2025 Stats
Hill’s 2025 season was cut short by a major knee injury after just four games, but he still recorded 21 receptions for 265 yards and 1 touchdown before going down. His limited production was a continuation of a multi-year decline from his breakout 1,700-yard campaigns earlier in his Dolphins tenure.
Tyreek Hill Injury
In Week 4 of the 2025 season against the New York Jets, Hill suffered a torn ACL and dislocated knee, requiring surgery and ending his season prematurely. The severity of the injury raised serious questions about his long-term explosiveness and ability to return to elite form. (Reuters)
Why Was Tyreek Hill Released?
The Dolphins released Hill in February 2026 as part of a broader roster overhaul under new management, saving roughly $22.8 million in salary cap space while absorbing significant dead cap.
His season-ending injury, declining production, and massive 2026 cap hit all contributed to Miami’s decision to move on.
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