Is Tyreek Hill out for the season? Inside details of his season-ending knee injury in win over Jets

The Miami Dolphins’ victory on Monday night came at a painful cost. Wide receiver Tyreek Hill dislocated his left knee during the team’s 27-21 win over the New York Jets and was later diagnosed with multiple torn ligaments, including the ACL, according to head coach Mike McDaniel. The 31-year-old was hospitalized overnight and underwent surgery Tuesday.

Hill shared a brief video message from his hospital bed, thanking fans for their outpouring of support and prayers, writing: “I feel all the love. Here we go.”

Thank you guys for the prayers, I feel all the love. ❤️ here we go✌🏿 pic.twitter.com/oSOdG9zaJ9

— Ty Hill (@cheetah) September 30, 2025

The injury occurred in the third quarter when Hill snagged a 10-yard pass from quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. As he was brought down along the sideline, his left leg twisted awkwardly beneath him. Trainers rushed to his aid, placing an air cast on his leg before carting him off the field. Remarkably, Hill managed to smile and wave to the crowd, even cracking jokes with teammates as they huddled around.

“He was probably in the best spirits of any player I’ve ever seen in such a terrible situation,” McDaniel told reporters. “His first concern was that the team finished strong.”

Hill’s resilience seemed to inspire Miami. The Dolphins immediately responded with two straight touchdown drives, with McDaniel crediting the wideout’s attitude as a rallying point.

Before the injury, Hill had been Miami’s top target, hauling in six passes for 67 yards. He entered the game leading the team with 198 receiving yards on the season.

With Hill sidelined for the remainder of 2025, Jaylen Waddle now steps into the WR1 role. Second-year receiver Malik Washington is expected to absorb more snaps, while tight end Darren Waller — who caught two touchdowns in his season debut Monday — and running back De’Von Achane will be key pieces in the passing game.

“There’s no replacing Tyreek,” Waller said. “But I believe this receiver room and this offense still have the talent to get it done.”

For Miami, the challenge now is adapting without the player who’s been central to their offensive explosiveness. For Hill, the focus shifts to recovery and an uncertain road back from a devastating injury.

FAQ Section

What happened to Tyreek Hill?
Tyreek Hill suffered a dislocated left knee and multiple ligament tears, including his ACL, during the Dolphins’ 27-21 win over the New York Jets.

Is Tyreek Hill out for the season?
Yes. Coach Mike McDaniel confirmed the wide receiver will miss the remainder of the 2025 NFL season following knee surgery.

When did the injury occur?
Hill went down early in the third quarter after a 10-yard reception from Tua Tagovailoa, when his leg twisted under him as he was tackled out of bounds.

How did Tyreek Hill react after the injury?
Despite the severity, Hill stayed upbeat, smiling, waving to fans, and encouraging teammates as he was carted off the field.

Who will replace Tyreek Hill in the Dolphins’ offense?
Jaylen Waddle becomes the team’s primary receiver. Malik Washington, tight end Darren Waller, and running back De’Von Achane are also expected to play bigger roles in the passing game.

How important was Hill to the Dolphins’ offense?
Before the injury, Hill was the Dolphins’ top wideout with 198 receiving yards this season. He’s been a key deep-threat target for Tua Tagovailoa, averaging 14.5 air yards per attempt when targeted.