The Miami Dolphins have released wide receiver Tyreek Hill as part of significant roster changes made on Monday to manage salary cap constraints ahead of the 2026 season. In addition to Hill, the team also cut linebacker Bradley Chubb, offensive lineman James Daniels, and wide receiver Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, signaling a major shakeup within the organization.
The moves come as the Dolphins aim to free up cap space and reconfigure their squad before the start of the new NFL league year. Hill’s departure has drawn particular attention, given his high-profile status with the team.
Former Police Officer Who Stopped Hill Reacts to Cut
Danny Torres, a retired Miami-Dade police officer who handcuffed Tyreek Hill outside Hard Rock Stadium in September 2024, took to social media to express his feelings after Hill’s release. Torres publicly celebrated the news and directed pointed remarks toward Hill.
“Hmmm… I guess it took a bit, but Karma got you. Now that I am retired I can tell you how I feel about you,”
Torres wrote.
“You’re an entitled (expletive) and an embarrassment to the team and city that kissed your (expletive). I wish you the best and hope you are able to afford ALL that child support, especially now that you’re unemployed. But I’m sure someone will pick you up and you will cause havoc in their team and city. Just how you did in Miami.”
Torres stood firmly behind his statements and spoke to the Miami New Times about the backlash he faced for his previous actions involving Hill.
“Pretty much crucified for doing my job,”
the retired officer said. He also emphasized that he 100 percent stood by his Facebook post regarding Hill.
Additional Player Releases and Transaction Details
According to ESPN, former Pro Bowl linebacker Bradley Chubb was notified about his imminent release, although it remains unclear if the transaction will take effect immediately or after the league year begins on March 11, with a designation as a post-June 1 transaction. The Dolphins also confirmed the departures of offensive lineman James Daniels and wide receiver Nick Westbrook-Ikhine on Monday.
Implications for the Dolphins and NFL Season
The release of Tyreek Hill, alongside multiple key players, marks a pivotal moment for the Dolphins as they recalibrate their roster and salary commitments heading into the next season. Hill’s departure stirs mixed reactions from fans and observers, amplified by Torres’s outspoken remarks, underscoring the ongoing tension surrounding Hill’s tenure in Miami. Moving forward, the Dolphins will aim to fill vacancies and restructure their roster while managing public scrutiny and expectations for future performance.
