Date: September 9, 2024, 1:22 AM GMT
Executive Summary: Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill was detained by police outside Hard Rock Stadium on September 8, 2024, before the Dolphins’ season opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The incident, which involved Hill being handcuffed and placed face down on the ground, sparked controversy and raised concerns about racial profiling. Hill, who was released and played in the game, has expressed confusion about the incident, stating he has "no idea" why he was detained. Miami-Dade Police Department placed the officer involved in the incident on administrative leave pending an investigation. The incident has sparked widespread discussion about police conduct and racial bias in the United States.
Police Incident
Officer Placed on Leave After Tyreek Hill Detainment
The Miami-Dade Police Department has placed an officer on administrative leave after Miami Dolphins star Tyreek Hill was detained prior to the start of the season opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
CNN (2h ago), NBC News (1h ago), Fox News (2h ago), NBC 6 South Florida (17 minutes ago)
Tyreek Hill Detained Before Game, Released and Plays
Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill was detained by police outside Hard Rock Stadium for a driving violation but was released and played in the game.
ESPN (8h ago), CBS Sports (7h ago), Yahoo Sports (41 minutes ago), The Guardian (8h ago)
Hill Says He Has "No Idea" Why He Was Detained
Tyreek Hill told reporters on Sunday that he has "no idea" why he was detained by police on his way to Hard Rock Stadium for the Dolphins’ season opener.
NFL.com (2h ago), CBS Sports (1h ago), USA Today (1h ago), ESPN (59 minutes ago)
On the Field
Tyreek Hill Scores 80-Yard TD, Does Handcuffs Celebration After Pre-Game Detainment
Tyreek Hill capped a day that began with him being detained in handcuffs by police for a driving violation outside the stadium by scoring an 80-yard TD in the Dolphins’ 20-17 win over the Jaguars.
Yahoo Sports (2h ago), New York Post (3h ago)
Tyreek Hill: "I’m Still Trying to Put Details of Detainment Together"
Tyreek Hill comments on his detainment by police before the Dolphins’ matchup against the Jaguars.
ESPN (2h ago)
Public Response
Stephen A. Smith Rips Officers Over Handling of Tyreek Hill Detention
ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith rips officers over handling of Tyreek Hill detention: ‘This ain’t going away’
Fox News (3h ago)
Dolphins’ Tyreek Hill Detained by Police Before Week 1 Win; Marks TD with Handcuff Celebration
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill was detained by police outside Hard Rock Stadium for a driving violation but was released and played in the game. Hill celebrated his 80-yard touchdown by mimicking being handcuffed.
NBC News (1h ago)
Video Coverage
Tyreek Hill Speaks on Incident with Police After Dolphins Win Over Jaguars
CBS Sports (9:28)
Tyreek Hill: "I’m Still Trying to Put Details of Detainment Together"
ESPN (1:20)
Tyreek Hill Week 1 POSTGAME INTERVIEW | Miami Dolphins vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
NFL on CBS (1:34)
Dolphins WR Tyreek Hill talks to reporters after game against Jaguars
WPLG Local 10 (10:08)
Tyreek Hill turns on the jets for 80-yard TD
ESPN (0:52)