The Super Bowl Champion, popularly known as Cheetah, Tyreek Hill, needs no introduction. The 28-year-old WR is one of the most-looked upon talents since his rookie years. He earned the nickname ‘Cheetah’ for speed. Hill played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 2016 to 2021. The rising talent enjoyed a big fan following with his game skills. As a result, it came as a shock for some of his fans when he bid goodbye to the Chiefs and joined Miami Dolphins in the 2022 season.
However, in a new clarification, Hill explained it was not his decision to leave his past team, but it was a call made by the team management of the Chiefs.
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Life long Chiefs fan over 25 years. I am grateful for you Tyreek. Not all Chiefs fans hate you or dislike you. I respect what you did and understand the business. He secured him and his families future. No hate all love! Also have a feeling you might be back in KC one day 😉
— DumpinOnEm 💩 (@Dumpin0nEm) August 24, 2022
The talented WR broke this information on Twitter while replying to a fan who said Cheetah’s switching up still hurts him.
Fans in disbelief over the omission of Tyreek Hill from the list
Reacting to Hill’s Tweet, many fans opined that a player of his caliber did not deserve to stand low on a team that did not value his talent. After the Tweet, several fans came out supporting the WR and added that he is at a better place after joining Dolphins.
He was mocked as solely a returner before Mahomes.
— Jeff Williams (@Jeff120318) August 24, 2022
Nobody wanted you to leave Cheetah. You were leaving long before you asked for a trade. Everybody knows you bought your home in Miami long before you asked for a trade. You were a great Chief bro. We'll always be grateful. You've earned your rings and your gold jacket. Go getpaid
— Patrick Turner (@patturnerjr) August 25, 2022
Many of the fans expressed surprise at the team’s decision to leave out a player with potential as that Cheetah.
I was shocked lol I didn't even expect it or ask for it tbh 😂(Miss him 😢)
— Ben ✍🏽 (@MonkeysGG_) August 24, 2022
A consistent performer in the NFL, Hill got selection for six Pro Bowls in the league. In addition, he is on the NFL’s 2010s All-Decade Team as a punt returner.
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Interestingly, Hill represented the US in the World Junior Championships in Barcelona in 2012. He returned with a gold medal in his kitty. The event was a 4×100 m relay. He also won a bronze medal at the 200m race event. However, it is his athletic skills that have helped him in his career to step up and become a vital cog in the team lineup.
As Hill plays a new season for the Dolphins, what isn’t clear is why the Chiefs let go of a quality player in a rush. While it is a matter of the past, Cheetah will be in for some serious hunt as the new season is beginning in two weeks.
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