Why Tyreek Hill’s Absence from Dolphins Captaincy Sparks Locker Room Speculation

Tyreek Hill’s 2024 season took a turn that few saw coming — and now, the veteran wideout finds himself off the Dolphins’ captain’s list for the first time in four years. After publicly acknowledging in May that he didn’t feel worthy of wearing the “C” this year, Miami’s brass confirmed that sentiment when they unveiled their leadership group this September. It’s a humbling moment for Hill, who’s wrestling not only with diminished on-field numbers but also the weight of proving himself all over again — without the official title to back him up. Meanwhile, the Dolphins named Tua Tagovailoa, Aaron Brewer, and Alec Ingold to lead the offense, while Jordyn Brooks, Zach Sieler, and Bradley Chubb anchor the defense as captains — some familiar faces stepping up once more. This shift in leadership signals both a fresh chapter and the tough road ahead for Hill, who’s got to rebuild trust from the ground up. LEARN MORE.

Wide receiver Tyreek Hill said in May that he doesn’t deserve to be a Dolphins captain and the team kicked off September by announcing that he isn’t one of the six players chosen for the role.

Hill was a captain in each of his first three seasons in Miami, but said he has “to prove myself” after a 2024 campaign that saw his productivity slip before an end of season comment about wanting to move on from the team. Hill reversed course on that, but his need to restore trust from the team will come without a “C” on his chest.

Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, center Aaron Brewer, and fullback Alec Ingold are the captains on the offensive side of the ball. Linebacker Jordyn Brooks, defensive tackle Zach Sieler, and edge rusher Bradley Chubb got the nod on defense.

Tagovailoa, Ingold, and Sieler are all repeat captains from last year. It’s Tagovailoa’s fourth year as a captain and Ingold’s third time serving in the role.