Tyreek Hill's $51.8 million salary cap hit in 2026 poses challenges for the Miami Dolphins, who may release, amend, or trade him. A pre-June 1 cut incurs $15.5 million in dead money while saving $36.3 million. A post-June 1 designation would cost $12.7 million in dead money but save $39.1 million. Hill's importance is noted as the team performs better with him; they are 11-0 when he exceeds 100 receiving yards. Adaptation to his absence is underway, given his recent wrist surgery which limited his participation in team activities.
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill will cost the team $51.8 million on the salary cap in 2026, making his future uncertain. The Dolphins may release or amend his contract or trade him before the November deadline, focusing on youth and fiscal responsibility.
If the Dolphins cut Hill before June 1, 2026, they would incur $15.5 million in dead money but save $36.3 million against the cap. Alternatively, a post-June 1 cut would incur $12.7 million in dead money while saving $39.1 million.
Hill is crucial to the Dolphins’ success—when he records 100 or more receiving yards, the team is 11-0 and averages 35 points per game; with fewer than 100 yards, they are just 7-16.
Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel noted that defenses have been adjusting to their gameplay, emphasizing the need for adaptation and growth during offseason activities, which Hill missed due to wrist surgery.
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