The Miami Dolphins' new power duo of general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan and head coach Jeff Hafley is not messing around. Just a few short weeks after their respective appointments, they ruthlessly wielded the axe on several top performers as part of a significant roster cull that sent a strong message of the changing tide.
All-Pro wide receiver Tyreek Hill, two-time Pro Bowl edge rusher Bradley Chubb, veteran offensive lineman James Daniels, and wideout Nick Westbrook-Ikhine were all let go by the Dolphins. They are all free to take their chances elsewhere, and it didn't take long for the Washington Commanders to come up as a potential landing spot for some.
Washington's need for a pass-rusher puts Chubb firmly on the radar. They also need a dynamic playmaker to go alongside Terry McLaurin. However, general manager Adam Peters cannot ignore the obvious red flags around Hill if he wants to investigate the possibility.
Commanders should think twice before targeting Tyreek Hill
Hill's previous credentials need no introduction. He's a five-time All-Pro, a Super Bowl winner, and one of the most dynamic receivers of the modern era. However, he'll turn 32 shortly, and the Commanders need to be moving away from aging veterans with one or two more good years left before retirement.
The former West Alabama speedster is also coming off a significant knee injury that ended his 2025 campaign after just four games. Hill sustained a torn ACL and more after a gruesome collision against the New York Jets. Now, he'll get the chance to start fresh elsewhere, but any team taking him on will need to put the pass-catcher through some strenuous medical assessments before taking the plunge.
If that wasn't enough, there are also some character concerns. Hill can become petulant when things aren't going his way. He's not afraid to become a distraction with media quotes and cryptic social media posts. This must also be taken into account before making a move.
A discussion will probably be had about Hill. Commanders fans shouldn't expect things to go any further than that.
This no longer fits their timeline. There are too many risks attached to the acquisition, with so much at stake for the Commanders in 2026. There is just no telling how much Hill has left. And as last season proved, this roster is not one piece away from entering the Super Bowl conversation.
Couple this with the money Hill would likely demand, and it seems like a non-starter. But don't be surprised if the wideout's market is robust if everything checks out on the injury front.