As far as storylines and intrigue go, you can’t ask for much more out of this week’s Miami Dolphins and Kansas City Chiefs playoff matchup. Tyreek Hill’s Dolphins are set to travel to Kansas City to take on his former team in what will be historically cold temperatures, setting up what should be a truly unique playoff atmosphere.
However, the health of the Dolphins is entangled with a laundry list of question marks. Hill is on that list of people dealing with injuries that raise a question or two about their availability. Let’s take a closer look at Hill and his chances of playing in this playoff homecoming.
Tyreek Hill’s Playing Status Ahead of Chiefs Game
Despite Hill being banged up for most of the year, no one believes Hill will sit this one out.
Hill has found his way back into lineups following ankle injuries and re-tweaking that injury later in the season. With so much on the line this weekend, there is little doubt he will be out there once again.
Whether it is the absurdly cold temperatures that are expected to be a massive factor for this game or a nagging ankle injury, Hill is a dynamic playmaker and knows his team is counting on him to perform.
Hill spoke with the media on Thursday and talked about the weather and the team’s mindset as they prepare to take on Kansas City with their season on the line.
“Well, it’s a mindset. I feel like if you believe it’s going to be cold, then you’re going to freeze your balls off. But if you go into this game not even thinking any of that, you’ll be fine,” Hill said before alluding to the fact that he thinks wearing sleeves is a sign of being soft, indicating that he may go sleeveless for the matchup.
A sure indication that not only is Hill going to play, but he is preparing to get his and his teammates’ minds right ahead of the pivotal matchup as well.
Could Hill Get the Last Laugh on Saturday?
Hill enjoyed immense success during his time with the Chiefs. He was a superstar and the team was winning championships. With that now in the past, Hill has continued to be a megastar in the NFL and is looking to continue the winning ways with his new team.
Nothing could be sweeter for Hill than to come into his old home amongst all of his friends and end their season with his new team. It is poetic and something Hill is surely aiming to do. It won’t be easy, as both teams have had their struggles this season despite getting to this point.
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Add the weather into the picture, and you have the makings of a truly unpredictable outcome. However, despite the other variables, you can count on Hill being ready to go and hoping to get the last laugh.
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