The Miami Dolphins may be without their WR1 for a significant period.
Tyreek Hill was carted off the field during Miami’s Monday Night Football matchup against the New York Jets after his left leg bent awkwardly when being tackled following a catch.
Head coach Mike McDaniel after the game confirmed reports that Hill dislocated his knee. It differs from a dislocated knee cap and can accompany ligament tears.
The Dolphins had initially ruled Hill out with a knee injury and said he was taken to a local hospital to undergo imaging, evaluation and observation.
Hill’s injury occurred early in the third quarter on an out route. The medical staff stabilized his leg with a cast as teammates came to check on him.
The 31-year-old showed good spirits after being taken away on the cart.
Hill at the time led Miami’s receiving room in the game with six catches on six targets for 67 yards, hauling in a long of 28.
Turf toe is an injury to the big toe joint, which carries most of the body’s weight, and can sideline a football player for months.