Miami Dolphins WR Tyreek Hill Detained By Police Hours Before Kickoff [WATCH]

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill faced a brief detention due to a driving violation on Sunday morning as he was arriving at Hard Rock Stadium for the season opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

This morning, WR Tyreek Hill was pulled over for a traffic incident about one block from the stadium and briefly detained by police. He has since been released. Several teammates saw the incident and stopped to offer support. Tyreek and all other players involved have safely…

— Miami Dolphins (@MiamiDolphins) September 8, 2024

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Despite the incident, Hill’s participation in the game was not hindered, as confirmed by his agent, Drew Rosenhaus.

Dolphins WR Tyreek Hill was detained outside Hard Rock Stadium today ahead of Jaguars-Dolphins by police for a traffic violation, his agent Drew Rosenhaus tells @NFLonCBS. Hill is preparing to play today.

— Jonathan Jones (@jjones9) September 8, 2024

According to Rosenhaus, the altercation occurred approximately one block from the stadium and was resolved quickly, allowing Hill to join his team for the game. “This morning, WR Tyreek Hill was pulled over for a traffic incident about one block from the stadium and briefly detained by police,” the Dolphins stated. ”

From @NFLGameDay: On the bizarre situation surrounding #Dolphins WR Tyreek Hill, who was briefly detained before today’s game by police, as teammates including Calais Campbell stopped by to offer help and deescalate. pic.twitter.com/ElZY8yWkoj

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 8, 2024

He has since been released. Several teammates saw the incident and stopped to offer support. Tyreek and all other players involved have safely arrived at the stadium and will be available for today’s game.”

Eyewitnesses captured the moment, with photos and videos circulating online showing Hill handcuffed and sitting at the curb while surrounded by law enforcement.

Tyreek Hill has been spotted in handcuffs outside Hard Rock Stadium just before today’s season opener vs. Jacksonville Jaguars ( @NolanFried73315) #GoFins pic.twitter.com/us4iKsN35R

— FinsXtra (@FinsXtra) September 8, 2024

Video of Tyreek Hill’s arrest today: pic.twitter.com/Kope2Ma6tk

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 8, 2024

The incident, which unfolded around 10:30 a.m. ET, did not prevent Hill from participating in the game, which kicked off at 1 p.m. ET.

Hill, an eight-time Pro Bowler who has become one of the NFL’s top receivers, is entering his third season with the Dolphins. His career in Miami started in 2022 after a high-profile trade from the Kansas City Chiefs, where he initially entered the league as a fifth-round draft pick.

Last season, Hill led the NFL with 1,799 receiving yards, alongside 119 receptions and 13 touchdowns.

His performance earned him the top spot in the player-voted NFL Top 100 earlier this offseason.

In a strategic move last month, Hill agreed to a restructured contract with the Dolphins, securing $90 million over the next three seasons, with $65 million guaranteed.

This contract adjustment reflects both his value to the team and his expected contributions in the coming years.

The brief detention did not dampen the spirits at Hard Rock Stadium, as Hill was seen gearing up for the game following the incident.

The Dolphins and their fans are looking forward to another standout season from Hill, whose on-field prowess continues to captivate the NFL audience.

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