Dolphins fans are buzzing, curious about what Tyreek Hill’s future with the football may look like following a recent rumour. What is the rumour? Well, the game-breaking superstar may be on the trade block, and fans are in disarray at the possibility. Some sources have reported that this trade might happen due to financial difficulties, while others believe it is because Hill is unhappy with the team. However, it appears there might not be any substance to the rumours, after all, so let’s take a closer look at where this all began.
Since joining the Miami Dolphins, Tyreek has dominated the field, earning himself the nickname “Cheetah” due to his speed. In fact, the player found himself in the line-up for the Pro Bowl throughout his eight seasons in the league and impressed with a Super Bowl LIV win. The wide receiver was also voted the Dan Marino Most Valuable Player.
Despite the strength of the team, the Dolphins continue to underwhelm. The team doesn’t feature anywhere close to the top choices for punters on NFL betting sites for 2025 with odds for +9500 for the Super Bowl this year.
However, throw a juicy rumour into the mix, and suddenly the football season has become more entertaining. While it may have been enough to add some drama to sportsbooks too, the story doesn’t appear to be conclusive—yet.
Odds are not the only thing that will be impacted by a potential trade, as the player has three years remaining on his four-year, $120 million contract. Despite being signed through the 2026 season, Hil won’t be making any money after 2025 unless the team gives him an extension.
The salary caps will kick in, and while Tyreek has earned every penny, his cap hits will balloon significantly going forward. After signing the contract, he was promised a set amount of “guaranteed” money, which can now be considered the debt the team owes him. If the Dolphins decide to trade him, their savings would be substantial as this owed amount becomes ‘dead money’.
Of course, this trade would not only free up the team’s finances (as keeping him on board could cause financial strain) but also allow for new players. Miami could use the opening as an opportunity to fill roster weaknesses and bring in a haul of young talent to build and fortify the team’s future. Such a move could also be part of a strategy to ensure long-term stability within the team and secure Super Bowl opportunities further down the line. Perhaps it could be a proactive way for the team to bring in new talent before Tyreek’s production inevitably drops as he enters his age-31 season.
Ultimately, more reasons exist to argue against this move beyond his evident prowess on the field. For one, Tyreek is amazing at opening up lanes for other players, and his gravity and speed carry the offense. Even more, it would negatively impact Tua and Waddle’s performance as Miami is in a “win now” mode, which Tyreek’s trade could severely limit.
Beyond the team’s performance, the fanbase may even take a significant blow as the wide receiver is a fan favorite, and a big reason many watch. If he gets traded, there is also the risk that Miami might not effectively use the funds and window of opportunity, effectively dooming the team.
Considering the risk Miami would be taking by trading Tyreek, it does not make any sense for this rumour to be true, and yet the news is being sensationalized. There are a few things that might have sparked this rumour, including the Dolphins’ moves this offseason.
The team traded Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith to the Steelers in exchange for Minkah Fitzpatrick, which might have fans believing Miami is looking for more trades. Additionally, Tyreek also voiced his displeasure with the Dolphins’ performance last season, and some sources speculate this to be an effect of locker room culture. Not to mention, the Dolphins need their offensive star players to remain playoff contenders.
This means there is a very low chance of Tyreek leaving the Dolphins (at least for the remainder of this year), especially considering there is no concrete evidence of this. The NFL is unpredictable, with surprising decisions (e.g., Jevon Holland) taking the sports world by storm.
Chris Grier and Mike McDaniel find themselves in a tricky situation, as this is a decision they will have to make at some point, regardless of whether it involves Tyreek. While the team is currently in its element, there is still a concern as to where Miami will end up in the future, and how the franchise’s trajectory will be impacted.