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Tyreek Hill has reaffirmed his commitment to racing Olympic champion Noah Lyles despite the event's recent cancellation.
Tyreek Hill is not giving up on his race against Olympic champion Noah Lyles, doubling down on the challenge.
Despite Noah Lyles announcing the cancellation of his much-hyped sprint duel with the Miami Dolphins star earlier in June, the NFL speedster insists the showdown is not off the table just yet.
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Speaking at Fanatics Fest over the weekend in a conversation with former quarterback Johnny Manziel, Hill revealed that the two athletes were still deep in negotiations when the cancellation was announced.
“The crazy part is, when he said the race was canceled, we were still deep in negotiations about the contract, timing, and location,” said the 31-year-old wide receiver.
“So, we’re looking to get it done towards the end of the offseason.”
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No Date Yet, But Hill Is Locked In
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While a new date or venue has not been finalized, Hill made it clear he’s continuing to train with the race in mind.
Already a former track athlete himself, Hill believes he’s ready to make a serious statement, not just about his own speed, but about what football players can do on the track.
“I’m really looking forward to it. I’ve been training incredibly hard. I actually have a race next week and I’m hoping to break 10 seconds,” he said.
Hill recently clocked around 10.1 seconds in the 100m, just shy of elite track standards but still a stunning time for an NFL player.
By contrast, Lyles, the reigning Olympic gold medalist, boasts a personal best of 9.79 seconds, recorded during the 2024 Paris Olympics.
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Football Speed vs Track Speed
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The potential matchup between Hill and Lyles has sparked a spirited debate online about the difference between football and track speed.
Hill is not shying away from the discussion or the opportunity to make history.
“The track world keeps saying football speed is different. I’m here to change that narrative. As a former track athlete playing football at a high level, I’m here to show that football players can run track. We can actually go to the track and dominate their sport.”
Despite expressing respect for Lyles’ accomplishments, Hill did not hold back when describing his desire to beat the sprinter.
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“I have a ton of respect for Noah Lyles. A ton of respect,” Hill said.
“But when it comes to competing against him, I hate the dude.”
That competitive fire continues to fuel Hill’s determination to make the race happen, even if it means waiting until late in the offseason.
While fans may be disappointed by the cancellation, the prospect of this high-octane showdown remains very much alive.
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