Tyreek Hill signals potential NFL return following knee injury recovery

Free-agent wide receiver Tyreek Hill has signaled a potential return to the NFL following a significant recovery period. After being released by the Miami Dolphins and suffering a knee dislocation and ligament tears during the 2025 season, the 32-year-old veteran posted on social media that it is ‘almost time to get off the couch and get to work.’

Hill remains unsigned at the start of the 2026 season, but his progress has led to speculation regarding potential landing spots. The Kansas City Chiefs are considered a primary candidate for a reunion, as the team seeks a dominant playmaker to complement Patrick Mahomes and address struggles in their receiving corps. Other potential suitors include the Houston Texans, who are facing wide receiver injuries, and the Baltimore Ravens.

While Hill’s elite speed and production—including a 1,799-yard season in 2023—remain high-value assets, analysts note that his age and recent major injury may impact his immediate dominance upon return.