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Tyreek Hill’s Season-Ending Injury Clouds Dolphins Future With 2026 Release Expected

League reporting indicates Miami is poised to avoid $16 million that would vest on a March roster date by moving on before the 2026 league year.

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MIAMI GARDENS, FL - SEPTEMBER 29: Tyreek Hill#10 of the Miami Dolphins runs off of the field at halftime during an NFL football game against the New York Jets at Hard Rock Stadium on September 29, 2025 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images)
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) celebrates a first down against the New York Jets Monday, Sept. 29, 2025 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. (Joe Cavaretta/South Florida Sun Sentinel)
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Overview

  • After dislocating his left knee with multiple ligament tears, including a torn ACL, Hill had surgery this week and visited the Dolphins’ facility to address teammates.
  • CBS Sports reports multiple league sources expect Miami to release Hill before March 2026, citing a non‑guaranteed 2026 salary structure and roster triggers.
  • Contract details reported include $29.9 million in non‑guaranteed 2026 base pay and $16 million that would vest if Hill remains on the roster on the third day of the league year.
  • Medical observers flagged Hill’s post‑surgery walking video for possible peroneal nerve involvement, while his agent said there was no nerve damage and targeted readiness for 2026.
  • With Hill out, Jaylen Waddle steps into the top receiving role and Darren Waller is set for increased usage, with opportunities for Malik Washington, Nick Westbrook‑Ikhine and Dee Eskridge.