Tyreek Hill’s decision between Jets and Dolphins wasn’t as close as advertised

What we heard in regards to the Tyreek Hill departure from the Kansas Metropolis Chiefs is that a number of groups had been concerned and in the end it got here right down to a call between the New York Jets and Miami Dolphins.

Besides on Thursday, Hill made it clear it was by no means a lot if any determination in any respect.

Agent Drew Rosenhaus, who represents Hill and practically 100 different NFL gamers, mentioned the Jets really labored out a commerce with the Chiefs for Hill first. After which the Dolphins entered the image, main Hill to select them.

It was the best-case state of affairs for the Chiefs and Hill’s camp that there have been a number of groups bidding on him on the finish.

However Hill made it appear apparent it was by no means actually shut.

“I’m principally from right here, canine,” Hill mentioned of South Florida. “I’m right here on a regular basis. That is residence for me, for us.”

Kansas Metropolis Chiefs large receiver Tyreek Hill (10) reacts with teammates after scoring a landing throughout the second half of an NFL soccer recreation in opposition to the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, in Denver.
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“This the place I prepare at within the offseason, imagine it or not … I needed to come again, come residence,” he added. “I bought a household right here, I bought relations right here, so I’m all the time right here, man. So why not Miami?”

Hill simply performed a really entertaining introductory press convention with the Dolphins, by which he provided his ideas on coach Mike McDaniel, quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, and new teammate Jaylen Waddle — one other speedster who may quickly be concerned in a race in opposition to Hill.

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“We going to cut it up, perhaps get just a few exercises in, perhaps even a race,” Hill mentioned. “As a result of wherever I’m going, the Cheetah (Hill’s nickname) has to show he’s the quickest on the crew it doesn’t matter what. I imply that.”

Hill goes from Professional Bowl quarterback Patrick Mahomes in Kansas Metropolis to Tagovailoa in Miami, however he doesn’t appear fearful in regards to the change.

“Tua is without doubt one of the most correct quarterbacks within the NFL so simply his ball placement, you already know, getting us the ball in area, excellent placement, you already know, and us simply using our velocity, using our greatest asset, and that’s simply being bangers,” Hill mentioned.

Kansas Metropolis Chiefs large receiver Tyreek Hill reacts after an NFL soccer recreation in opposition to the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Philadelphia.
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Hill is the NFL’s highest-paid receiver now on a per annual foundation as his four-year, $120 million extension has him averaging $30 million per season. Stress to carry out?

“I don’t blink, canine,” he mentioned. “I make the stress.”

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