Dolphins releasing star receiver Tyreek Hill in major roster cuts

The Miami Dolphins made a significant roster move on Monday, parting ways with star receiver Tyreek Hill after a four-year tenure with the team. Hill, who is set to turn 32 on March 1, is currently recovering from a season-ending injury he sustained in a game against the New York Jets last September. The injury required surgery to repair damage to his left knee, including a torn ACL.

In addition to releasing Hill, the Dolphins also made several other notable cuts on Monday, including offensive lineman James Daniels, receiver Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, and two-time Pro Bowl pass rusher Bradley Chubb. Hill was acquired by Miami in a trade with the Kansas City Chiefs prior to the 2022 season and was given a lucrative four-year contract extension worth $120 million, making him the highest-paid player at his position at the time.

Despite his injury setback, Hill had been a standout performer for the Dolphins, with consecutive 1,700-yard receiving seasons in his first two years with the team. However, his production dipped in 2024, prompting speculation about his future with the organization. Hill’s tenure in Miami was also marked by off-field incidents, including an altercation with police and a public declaration of his desire to play elsewhere.

In a recent podcast interview, Hill hinted at the possibility of retirement after completing his rehabilitation, but he has since indicated on social media that he intends to continue playing. The Dolphins’ decision to release Chubb, who had been with the team for the past three seasons, was also a significant move. Chubb suffered a serious knee injury in 2023 that sidelined him for the entire 2024 season.

The Dolphins’ new general manager, Jon Eric Sullivan, who was appointed last month along with head coach Jeff Hafley, has emphasized the need for roster changes to bolster the team. Sullivan faces the challenging decision of whether to move on from quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, who has shown signs of decline in recent seasons. Tagovailoa signed a lucrative contract extension in 2024 but struggled in 2025, finishing with a career-high 15 interceptions.

The Dolphins face significant financial implications if they choose to release Tagovailoa, with a substantial dead cap charge. Sullivan has acknowledged the need to infuse competition into the quarterback room, regardless of Tagovailoa’s future with the team. The offseason promises to be a pivotal period for the Dolphins as they look to reshape their roster and build towards future success.