Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill has thrown down a challenge to Olympic gold medalist and world champion sprinter Noah Lyles, following Lyles' controversial comments about American athletes.

Hill, known as one of the NFL's fastest men, expressed his desire to race Lyles in response to the Olympian's disparaging remarks towards NBA players and his questioning of American Excellence.

During an interview on "Up & Adams," Hill confidently stated, "I would beat Noah Lyles (in a race)." Despite acknowledging that he might be stepping out of his depth, Hill issued the challenge in defense of American athletes, aiming to prove their global dominance in sports.

Noah Lyles, a prominent figure at the Paris Summer Games, had drawn criticism for his disparaging remarks towards NBA players who labeled themselves as "world champions." His comments sparked controversy and earned him the ire of NFL athletes and ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith.

Despite Lyles' impressive performance in Paris, where he won gold in the 100-meter sprint with a time of 9.79 seconds, Hill remains confident in his abilities. The Dolphins wideout claimed that he had previously clocked a personal best of 10.19 seconds in a 100-meter sprint.

Team USA Basketball seemed to have the last laugh at the Paris Games, as they overshadowed Lyles' gold-medal performance by defeating Team France in a thrilling finale on Sunday.

As the debate surrounding Lyles' comments continues, America may find itself divided in their support for either athlete in this potential face-off. The question remains whether Lyles will accept Hill's challenge and prove his dominance in a footrace.

With both athletes boasting impressive speed records, fans eagerly await a potential showdown between Hill and Lyles. The outcome of such a race could not only settle the score between these two competitors but also serve as a testament to the prowess of American athletes on the global stage.