Tyreek Hill, Injured: What Does It Mean for the Dolphins?
Miami Gardens, Florida – The 2025 season for the Miami Dolphins has taken a hard hit. Star receiver Tyreek Hill, after an unfortunate injury to his left knee during the 27-21 victory against the New York Jets, will be out of action for the remainder of the regular season.
This news represents a significant setback for the Dolphins, who, despite having achieved their first victory of the season, now face the challenge of overcoming a 1-3 record without one of their most important players.
“The next man”
De’Von Achane
Running back De’Von Achane, referring to Hill’s absence after the game, emphasized the team’s need to stay strong and seize the opportunities that arise. Since 2022, the Dolphins have only played one game without Hill, a key player in coach Mike McDaniel’s offensive scheme.Tyreek Hill, receptor de los Dolphins, fue retirado del campo el lunes por la noche con lo que el equipo teme que sea una dislocación de la rodilla izquierda.The question everyone is asking is: How long will Hill be out? The answer, for now, is that his 2025 season is over.
A knee dislocation is a serious injury where the bones come out of their normal position. The severity of the injury and the recovery time depend on the ligaments and structures affected.
Main ligaments: Anterior cruciate ligament, posterior cruciate ligament, medial collateral ligament, and lateral collateral ligament.
Associated tissues: meniscus, bone, and cartilage.
Critical structures: peroneal nerve and popliteal artery.
Damage to the peroneal nerve can cause loss of motor control and sensation in the leg. The popliteal artery, located behind the knee, can suffer damage that threatens blood flow, requiring immediate surgery.
The reconstruction of the ligaments is secondary and often delayed, with a rehabilitation process that can last for months or even a year, depending on the severity of the injury.
As for a full recovery, it will depend on the specific nature of the injury and the necessary surgeries. Some athletes have returned to the sport after a knee dislocation, but each case is unique.
An example is Marcus Lattimore, a South Carolina running back, who suffered a dislocated knee in 2012. Fortunately, he suffered no damage to the artery or nerves, but the multiple ligament injury forced him to undergo months of rehabilitation.
Nick Chubb, Houston Texans running back, also suffered a dislocated knee in his college days. Despite the severity of the injury, which involved damage to several ligaments and cartilage, Chubb returned to the field after reconstructive surgery.
Hill’s future with the Dolphins is uncertain. With a restructured contract that granted him $65 million guaranteed in 2022, the team has an option to save cap space if they decide to release him after this season.
Hill’s absence will have a significant impact on the Dolphins’ offense. Since 2022, only Justin Jefferson has accumulated more receiving yards than Hill. Hill’s absence will force the Dolphins to adjust their offensive strategy and seek new options to generate plays.
Jaylen Waddle, Malik Washington, Tahj Washington, and Darren Waller could see an increase in their involvement in the offense. In addition, De’Von Achane, who leads NFL running backs in receptions and receiving yards since the start of last season, will play an even more important role in the passing game.
