Tyreek Hill Reaffirms Loyalty to Dolphins Amid Trade Rumors

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02/10/2024 22h05

**Tyreek Hill Affirms Commitment to Dolphins Amid Trade Speculations**

MIAMI -- Star wide receiver Tyreek Hill has emphasized his commitment to the Miami Dolphins despite experiencing a tough start to the season and rising trade rumors. With the Dolphins, Hill has recorded only 87 receiving yards over the last three games, including just four catches for 23 yards in a recent loss to the Tennessee Titans.

Visible frustration was evident during Monday night's game as Hill was seen engaging in an animated conversation on the Dolphins' sideline. This led to growing speculation about a potential trade back to his former team, the Kansas City Chiefs. However, Hill addressed these rumors Wednesday, standing firm on his dedication to the Dolphins.

Expressing his sentiment at his locker after practice, Hill stated, "I'm just focused on right here and right now. We've got a beautiful team here and I want to be a part of it. We've got a great situation here, my family loves it, I enjoy it, the weather's great, the fans are great. So, we've got a beautiful situation here, man... We all know the NFL is a business. Whatever happens, happens. Moving forward, I would love to be here -- I love being here."

Following Monday’s game, Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel downplayed Hill's apparent outburst, interpreting it as a display of the wide receiver’s leadership. "I would expect him to be visibly upset at somebody," McDaniel remarked. "He's a leader and he wanted to do everything that he could to make sure the result wasn't that. Within the locker room, there's a lot of guys challenging each other, and we get an opportunity to see what we're made of, for sure."

Hill and the Dolphins agreed to a restructured contract worth $90 million over the next three years in August, with an impressive $65 million guaranteed. Since joining the team in 2022, Hill has led the NFL in receiving yards and achieved career highs in consecutive seasons.

Previously suggesting a desire to retire with the Dolphins, the five-time All-Pro has consistently dismissed any intentions of leaving Miami, reinforcing his commitment to the team despite current challenges.

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