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Tyreek Hill's knee injury raises doubts about his NFL future

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 11:39 PM

Last updated Jul 7, 2026

Tyreek Hill's knee injury raises doubts about his NFL future

Summary

Tyreek Hill suffered a serious knee injury during Week 4 of the 2025 NFL season, complicating his career trajectory. The Miami Dolphins receiver underwent surgery to repair his ACL and other ligaments. NFL insider James Palmer suggested that Hill's chances of returning in 2026 are slim. At 32, Hill's age and the severity of his injury may hinder his recovery, and he is now focused on rehabilitation with an eye towards potentially returning in 2027. His future remains uncertain following the Dolphins' release of him, along with quarterback Tua Tagovailoa.

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•Tyreek Hill sustained a torn ACL and dislocated knee in Week 4 of 2025.
•He underwent surgery to repair his ACL and multiple other knee ligaments.
•Hill's chances of returning in 2026 are described as 'wishful thinking.'
•He recorded 819 receptions, 11,363 receiving yards, and 95 total touchdowns in his career.
•Both Hill and quarterback Tua Tagovailoa have been released by the Dolphins.

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11:39 PMYahoo Sports — Tyreek Hill’s devastating injury could put his NFL career in serious jeopardy

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One of the NFL’s most dominant wide receivers over the past decade has been former Kansas City Chiefs and Miami Dolphins star Tyreek Hill. Hill built his reputation on extraordinary speed, elite acceleration, and ultra-reliable hands. His trajectory became clear…
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