MIAMI - Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill assured fans that he will be on the field for Sunday's game against the New England Patriots, despite missing Wednesday's practice due to a hip injury. Hill returned to practice on Thursday, being officially listed as a limited participant.

Hill, who has been a dominant force this season as the NFL's leader in both receiving yards and receiving touchdowns, attributed his absence to an injury rather than a routine rest day. The dynamic receiver expressed his confidence in his health, declaring to reporters on Thursday that he is "good" and ready to go for the crucial matchup.

When questioned about his absence, Hill humorously suggested that his desire for attention led him to exaggerate the severity of his injury. "I just wanted some attention, because my momma wouldn't talk to me yesterday," Hill jested. "So, I needed some attention from somebody. I'm good, though."

Having not missed a game since the 2020 season, Hill's remarkable performance has made him a crucial asset for the Dolphins. With an impressive 902 receiving yards in just seven games, Hill is currently on pace for a career-high and potentially record-breaking season with 2,190 receiving yards.

In addition to Hill's return, several other key players made their way back to practice on Thursday. Running back Raheem Mostert, safety Jevon Holland, fullback Alec Ingold, and guard Robert Jones, all of whom were absent during Wednesday's practice, were listed as limited participants. The team is hopeful that their presence will provide a significant boost to the Dolphins' upcoming game.

However, the Dolphins did face some setbacks as well. Starting cornerbacks Xavien Howard and Jalen Ramsey, along with wide receiver Jaylen Waddle and center Connor Williams, were listed as limited participants on Thursday due to various injuries. Rookie cornerback Cam Smith did not participate in practice after sustaining a foot injury late in Wednesday's session.

The Dolphins will closely monitor the progress of these players leading up to the Patriots game, as they aim to secure a crucial victory against their divisional rival.

As the week progresses, Dolphins fans eagerly await Hill's display of his exceptional talents on the field against the Patriots this Sunday. His return provides a significant boost to Miami's offense, and his determination to play through the injury exemplifies his leadership and dedication to the team's success.