Tyreek Hill Signing With Patriots Would Be Great Move For Both Sides

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill

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The New England Patriots are reportedly interested in adding another receiver, and Tyreek Hill makes a ton of sense.

Hill suffered a season-ending leg injury last season and underwent surgery in September to repair a dislocated left knee and multiple torn ligaments, including his ACL, according to what his agent, Drew Rosenhaus, told ESPN’s Adam Schefter. His representation has noted that he will be ready to play next season, but he still has hurdles to clear before taking the field again.

The Miami Dolphins released Hill, so he is free to sign anywhere. However, at this point, it may be tough for him to find a long-term deal. That's where the Patriots come in.

Assuming Hill will be able to play this year, the Patriots should be all over signing him to a shorter deal that allows him to prove he is still an elite player. He was a phenomenal receiver for the Dolphins before quarterback play and his leg injury held him back the last two years. The Patriots have reportedly tried trading for A.J. Brown, and clearly have interest in adding a receiver in some capacity.

They have met with plenty of receivers in the draft process. However, Hill has the potential to be a better option than any rookie. It's unclear whether he will ever be the same. He relies on speed, and after a significant leg injury, that speed will be something to monitor. However, a cheap, short-term deal would come with little risk.

As for Hill, if he wants to play, he will need to accept that no team is going to give him a lucrative deal coming off his injury. If he is ready to sign a shorter deal, then the Patriots would be a very attractive destination.

He is going to have an opportunity to establish himself as a top option, considering the Patriots do not have a proven No. 1 receiver right now. Hill may not get the same opportunity to shine on teams with an established No. 1 option after his injury. He would get to play with an MVP candidate at quarterback. Also, he would get to play against his former team twice a year.

Ultimately, Hill would get an opportunity to prive he is still elite while playing for a cointender, and the Patriots would get a low risk, high reward receiver. Hill is an eight-time Pro Bowler, five-time First-Team All-Pro and Super Bowl champion.

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