In Miami Gardens, Florida, Tyreek Hill has been forthcoming about taking responsibility for his lackluster performance this season, one of his least productive in nine years. Following a disappointing showing in Miami’s victory over the San Francisco 49ers, Hill openly addressed the decline in his chemistry with quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, attributing it to the limited practice time together. Hill emphasized the importance of valuable reps with Tagovailoa, pointing out that missing practice sessions, whether for rest or personal reasons, has impacted their connection. Coach Mike McDaniel acknowledged the challenge of balancing rest and preparation for players, highlighting the need for effective communication to ensure players are adequately prepared. Despite catching only three of seven targets with some drops in the game, Hill took ownership of his mistakes and expressed the need for better preparation throughout the week. He emphasized the importance of consistent practice and preparation, drawing from his experience under Coach Reid in Kansas City. Hill’s current season statistics show a decline compared to his stellar performance last year, underscoring the impact of missed practices and decreased productivity when Tagovailoa was sidelined due to injury. Both Tagovailoa and Hill acknowledged the necessity for more practice time together to improve their on-field chemistry and performance.
During team practice, we will convene at any available time to ensure we complete the necessary repetitions. I will provide feedback based on what I observe, and he will also share his thoughts on the process of running it. Repetition plays a significant role in this regard.
