Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill will miss the rest of the 2025 season due to a knee injury.
Hill suffered a dislocated knee and tore multiple ligaments, including his ACL, during a game against the New York Jets.
A former NFL team physician described the injury as potentially career-threatening, with a recovery that could last up to two years.
Hill tore ligaments and dislocated his knee after he caught a 10-yard pass from quarterback Tua Tagovailoa on third down during the third quarter of Miami’s 27-21 win over the New York Jets. Hill’s knee twisted under him as he was tackled to the ground. After the play, the Dolphins medical staff put Hill’s knee in an air cast and carted him off the field. He was subsequently taken to a local hospital.
Will Tyreek Hill miss the rest of the season?
Yes, Hill will miss the remainder of the 2025 season. Hill is diagnosed with a dislocated knee and he tore multiple ligaments in his knee, including his ACL.
According to Dr. David Chao, former NFL head team physician at Sports Injury Central, Hill’s injury is career-threatening, and it could sideline the wideout for two years.
“Going to miss at least a year. It could be two. This could mean the end of his career,” Chao said on social media. “Let’s hope not. It certainly is career threatening. Anytime you have a major knee injury to a wide receiver, it is by definition career threatening.”
Recovery time for dislocated knee
Recovery time for ACL tear
Athletes typically return to play in eight to 12 months following ACL reconstruction surgery, per the Mayo Clinic.
What’s next for Dolphins?
Hill’s injury is a huge blow for a Dolphins team as they try to get out of an early 1-3 hole. Hill’s been Miami’s top receiver ever since he arrived via trade in 2022.
Wide receiver Jaylen Waddle will likely become the Dolphins’ top pass-catching target. Expect tight end Darren Waller to assume a larger role within Miami’s offense as well. Waller’s 6-foot-6 frame is advantageous for Tua Tagovailoa. Waller caught two touchdowns in Miami’s Week 4 win.
Running back De’Von Achane is also a good pass-catching option out of the backfield. Wide receiver Malik Washington, who is fourth on the team in receptions and targets, is another player to watch.
But, make no mistake about it, Hill’s injury is a devastating blow for the Dolphins.
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