Overview

• Hill addressed teammates at the facility on Friday, three days after surgery for a dislocated left knee with multiple ligament tears, providing a morale lift, coaches and players said.
• Coach Mike McDaniel confirmed Waddle steps into the lead receiving role while Washington and Waller are set for more work, with Waller earning additional snaps against the Panthers.
• Hill publicly shared that surgery went well and posted early rehab footage showing him taking assisted steps.
• Contract ramifications are immediate, with per-game active-roster bonuses for 2025 largely forfeited and all 2026 salary currently unguaranteed, per Spotrac.
• Agent Drew Rosenhaus signaled plans to meet with the team after the season about Hill’s future, as some reports cite league sources who expect a potential 2026 release given the contract structure.