Tyreek Hill detained for traffic violation ahead of Dolphins’ season opener

Last updated: 2024/09/08 at 10:19 PM

BigP Published September 8, 2024

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill was briefly detained for a traffic violation while entering Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday, hours before his team was set to open the season against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Hill was seen on video posted to the social media site X laying face down on the ground as officers placed his hands behind his back and appeared to put handcuffs on him.

Hill was then released and prepared to play against the Jaguars, said his agent, Drew Rosenhaus.

In a statement, the Dolphins said Hill safely arrived at the stadium.

“This morning, WR Tyreek Hill was pulled over for a traffic incident about one block from the stadium and briefly detained by police,” the team said in a statement. “He has since been released. Several teammates saw the incident and stopped to offer support. Tyreek and all other players involved have safely arrived to the stadium and will be available for today’s game.”

Soon after the Dolphins’ 20-17 win over the Jaguars, the Miami-Dade Police Department announced that one of the officers involved in the situation had been put on administrative leave amid an investigation.

“Following the incident involving Tyreek Hill, I have initiated an Internal Affairs investigation to ensure a thorough review of the matter,” Director Stephanie V. Daniels said in a statement. “One of the officers involved in the incident has been placed on administrative duties while the investigation is conducted.”

After the game, Hill offered a few comments on the matter.

“If you said I did something, write me a ticket and do whatever you have to do. But don’t be disrespectful,” Hill said, according to Safid Deen of USA TODAY Sports.

Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio also reported that Hill and his lawyers are considering litigation.

Hill was Miami’s leading receiver Sunday, with seven catches for 130 yards and a touchdown in the Week 1 victory.

The Associated Press contributed to this story.

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