Miami Dolphins fans were left worried on Monday Night Football, September 29, when star wide receiver Tyreek Hill suddenly left the field in the third quarter against the New York Jets.
Hill’s exit came after a short pass to the right sideline. As he was brought down by a Jets defender, his left knee bent awkwardly underneath him. The speedster immediately stayed on the ground, showing clear signs of discomfort.
Medical staff quickly attended to him, and after a few minutes, he was ruled out with a left knee injury. Hill was carted off the field and taken to a local hospital for further evaluation.
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What Happened on the Play?
The injury occurred on a routine play where Hill was expected to make one of his explosive runs. Instead, the awkward fall forced him out of action. While leaving the field, Hill clapped his hands to encourage Dolphins fans, a gesture that showed his fighting spirit despite the setback.
Dolphins’ Situation After Hill’s Exit
At the time of the injury, the Dolphins were leading 10-3. Just three plays later, quarterback Tua Tagovailoa connected with Darren Waller for a nine-yard touchdown, extending the lead to 17-3.
Still, Hill’s absence leaves a huge gap in the Dolphins’ offense. Jaylen Waddle will likely step into the role of top receiver, with Darren Waller, rookie Malik Washington, and Nick Westbrook-Ikhine expected to contribute more moving forward.
What’s Next for Tyreek Hill?
Reports suggest the Dolphins fear a dislocated knee, which could end Hill’s season. However, an official timeline will only be known after further medical tests.
For now, Dolphins fans are anxiously waiting to hear if their star wideout can make a comeback this season, or if the team will need to adjust its offensive strategy without him.