The relationship between Tyreek Hill and the Miami Dolphins has reached a crossroads, with tensions simmering beneath the surface despite recent efforts at reconciliation. Nick Wright, co-host of FS1’s “First Things First,” believes this fragile situation could ultimately lead the star receiver back to where his career took off: Kansas City.
Could Tyreek Hill’s Dolphins Drama Lead to a Chiefs Reunion?
Since joining the Dolphins from the Kansas City Chiefs, Hill’s tenure with the team has been marked by explosive performances and equally explosive controversies. After a stellar 2023 season in which he led the league in receiving yards and touchdowns, Hill’s production dipped in 2024 due to persistent off-field drama, a lingering wrist injury, and ongoing instability at the quarterback position.
The situation reached a boiling point when Hill publicly declared, “I’m out” following an embarrassing Week 18 loss to the New York Jets. The outburst sparked immediate trade rumors and created a noticeable rift in his relationship with quarterback Tua Tagovailoa.
Dolphins receiver Tyreek Hill basically said he wanted out of the Dolphins organization after the game. pic.twitter.com/gIiMv7Edaf
— Omar Kelly (@OmarKelly) January 6, 2025
Although Hill later retracted his comments and publicly committed to rebuilding trust with the organization, the damage from that emotional moment has continued to linger throughout the offseason.
Hill has since made a public commitment to delivering his “best version” yet, dedicating himself to intense training regimens and embracing a more prominent leadership role within the organization. Despite these efforts, significant questions remain about his long-term future in Miami as the team continues to weigh his on-field performance, locker room chemistry, and the financial implications of his substantial contract.
Why Does Nick Wright Believe Hill Will Return to Kansas City?
Wright recently offered a bold prediction during an episode of “What’s Wright?,” suggesting that Hill could return to his former organization as soon as next offseason. The television analyst sees a potential storybook ending for both Hill and another Chiefs veteran.
“I’m very excited for Hill wearing a Chiefs uniform in 2026,” Wright declared confidently. “[Hill] and [Travis] Kelce ride off into the sunset together, because that’s, I think, going to happen.”
“I’m very excited for Tyreek Hill wearing a Chiefs uniform in 2026.”@getnickwright thinks Tyreek Hill will come back to the Chiefs amidst Tua Tagovailoa & Dolphins drama pic.twitter.com/bl9om2Uheh
— What’s Wright? with Nick Wright (@WhatsWrightShow) July 25, 2025
Wright then offered his perspective on Tagovailoa’s recent public remarks about Hill’s efforts to repair relationships within the locker room, admitting he “didn’t love that being a public comment.” The analyst provided context for what he sees as a complex situation involving two strong personalities.
“What [Hill] did was way out of line, but he’s also [Hill],” Wright explained. “You’re not getting in the [Hill] business for maturity, professionalism, and leadership. You’re getting in the [Hill] business because he’s freaking awesome.”
The television host went further, suggesting that Tagovailoa’s public comments created unnecessary complications. “[Hill] put [Tagovailoa] in a terrible position, but publicly, the answer has to be either ‘any feelings I have on that I’m going to keep between me and the team,’ or you just flat lie.”
What Did Tua Tagovailoa Say About Rebuilding Trust With Hill?
Tagovailoa recently delivered pointed remarks about Hill’s previous comments during Dolphins training camp. The quarterback made it clear that simple apologies wouldn’t be sufficient to repair the damage from Hill’s public outburst.
“When you say something like that, you don’t just come back with ‘My bad,’” Tagovailoa stated firmly. “You gotta work that relationship up. He is working on himself.”
Tua: “When you say something like that you don’t just come back with ‘My Bad.’ You gotta work that relationship up. He’s working on himself.”
Tua on Tyreek Hill rebuilding his relationship with the Dolphins pic.twitter.com/ttiIzJgCY9
— Underdog (@Underdog) July 23, 2025
Tagovailoa emphasized that the process of rebuilding trust extended far beyond just his personal relationship with Hill. The quarterback acknowledged that the wide receiver’s efforts to repair damaged relationships involved reconnecting with teammates throughout the entire organization, both during team activities and in more personal settings away from the facility.
The Miami signal-caller did acknowledge Hill’s recent efforts, noting that the wide receiver has shown more vulnerability and has been actively trying to rebuild those crucial bonds with his teammates both on and off the field.
However, if Hill cannot successfully repair those fractured relationships, speculation about his next destination will undoubtedly continue to grow throughout the season. According to Wright’s analysis, a reunion with Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid in Kansas City would make the most logical sense for all parties involved.