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Miami Dolphins star wide receiver Tyreek Hill sustained a dislocated left knee during Monday night’s 27-21 victory against the New York Jets.
According to head coach Mike McDaniel, Hill was kept in the hospital overnight for additional MRI and CT scans to assess the full extent of the injury. Early expectations suggest the injury may be season-ending.
Medical Evaluation and Concerns
Hill’s agent, Drew Rosenhaus, confirmed he was at the hospital with the veteran receiver. Doctors are currently examining possible ligament damage, cartilage tears, broken bones, or nerve issues.
While the diagnosis is not yet final, Rosenhaus noted the injury was visibly serious during the game. Further updates are expected within days to determine whether surgery will be required.
How the Injury Happened
The incident occurred in the third quarter, when Hill caught a 10-yard pass from quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. His left leg twisted awkwardly as he was tackled out of bounds. Medical staff quickly applied an air cast, and Hill, though in pain, managed to smile and wave as he was carted off the field.
Coach McDaniel highlighted Hill’s remarkable positive attitude, recalling how the receiver encouraged his teammates to finish the game strong. His resilience helped inspire the Dolphins, who responded with two straight touchdown drives.
Hill’s Impact on the Dolphins
Before the injury, Hill had already contributed 67 receiving yards on six catches, adding to his team-leading 198 yards entering the matchup.
At 31 years old, Hill has been highly reliable, missing only one game since joining Miami in 2020. Despite injuries in training camp and limited offseason participation, Hill continued to play a pivotal role in Miami’s offense.
McDaniel emphasized that the Dolphins had prepared for situations like this, noting that the team developed depth during Hill’s absences in practice. Still, losing a player of his caliber is a major setback.
What’s Next for Miami
With Hill sidelined, Jaylen Waddle now becomes the team’s primary receiving option. Young receiver Malik Washington is expected to step into Waddle’s former role, while tight end Darren Waller and running back De’Von Achane could provide additional support in the passing game.
Waller, making his season debut Monday, caught two touchdown passes, and Achane continues to lead all NFL running backs in receptions and receiving yards since last year.
As Waller noted, “There is no replacing Tyreek Hill, but the Dolphins have enough talent to keep the offense moving.”
Tyreek Hill’s knee dislocation is a devastating blow to the Miami Dolphins’ season, but his leadership and resilience left a lasting impact on Monday night’s win.
While the team waits for final medical results, the focus shifts to adapting without their star receiver. With Waddle, Waller, Achane, and Washington ready to step up, Miami aims to keep its playoff hopes alive despite the loss of its biggest offensive weapon.