Tyreek Hill has a plan B if he doesn't return to the NFL after being ignored by the Chiefs
The free-agent wide receiver is still working towards a comeback after a devastating knee injury, but his interests away from football could provide another direction if his playing career comes to an end
T yreek Hill is not ready to close the door on the NFL , but the former Miami Dolphins star is already developing interests that could help him build a life beyond professional football.
The 32-year-old wide receiver has spent more than a year dealing with the consequences of a serious knee injury, and his hopes of returning to the field have yet to become reality.
Although the Kansas City Chiefs have been linked with a possible reunion, no agreement has materialized, leaving Hill without a team as the 2026 season progresses.
That uncertainty has made his comments about life away from the sport particularly interesting.
During an interview with PEOPLE earlier this year, Hill revealed that he had been learning to DJ, obtained a car dealership licence and was considering returning to education.
Music has become one of his interests while recovering, and he has already performed in front of an audience.
Hill explained that the experience gave him satisfaction because of the reaction from the people listening: "It was crazy, man. A lot of people were happy…I feel like when I DJ, I want to make people happy. I feel like my music, I want to make people feel good. I want to make people feel like it's a vibe. You know what I'm saying? So I learned how to DJ."
The comments suggest that Hill enjoys entertaining people in a different environment from the football field. However, he has been careful not to describe music as his definite next career.
"It's just something that I'm doing in the pastime…I feel like I'm a guy who can do a lot, man. I love DJ'ing. I love cars, so I also got my car dealership license. I'm also trying to get back into school,” he said.
Hill also identified construction as another area he would like to explore, revealing that he has ambitions beyond the entertainment industry.
"I'm very huge into general construction," he shares, revealing, "So I want to go back to school for that. I got a lot of passions for a lot of things."
The Chiefs connection remains uncertain as Hill works towards a comeback
Hill's immediate priority, however, remains getting his body ready for another NFL opportunity.
His injury occurred during Miami's September 29, 2025, game against the New York Jets . He dislocated his knee and suffered multiple ligament injuries, including a torn ACL, bringing his season to an abrupt end. The Dolphins subsequently released him in February 2026, making him a free agent.
The recovery has been particularly demanding. In July, Hill explained that he was still struggling to regain strength in his injured leg after undergoing two operations: "My left leg is the one that I injured. I have no power in my left leg at all, so I'm trying to regain all the power back in my left leg. But it's one day at a time."
His rehabilitation has progressed since then. In October, his agent, Drew Rosenhaus , indicated that Hill was close to full recovery and was speaking with multiple NFL teams about a possible return. Rosenhaus nevertheless stressed that nothing was imminent.
Kansas City has emerged as a potential destination because Hill spent the first six seasons of his professional career with the franchise.
He helped the Chiefs win Super Bowl LIV and developed a productive partnership with quarterback Patrick Mahomes before being traded to Miami in 2022.
Reports in October suggested the Chiefs had explored the possibility of bringing him back, particularly after injuries affected their receiving options. However, interest has not translated into a contract, and Hill remains unsigned.
There are also questions about how quickly he could return to his previous level following such a significant injury. His explosive speed was central to his success, so teams will want reassurance that his physical recovery is sufficient before committing to him.
Hill's achievements give him a strong case for another opportunity. He is an eight-time Pro Bowler and five-time first-team All-Pro, and was among the league's most dangerous offensive players during his time in Kansas City and Miami.
For now, his future remains divided between two possibilities. He continues to pursue the chance to play again, while DJing, cars and construction offer alternative interests if football eventually becomes part of his past.
His comments do not suggest that he has decided to retire. Instead, they show that Hill is beginning to consider what else he could do with his life, even as he works towards another NFL comeback.
