Hollins joined the Patriots on a two-year deal ahead of the 2025 season and responded with what was his second-best receiving year, totaling 550 yards despite missing two games with an injury. He returned from the injury in time for the AFC Championship and carried that momentum into a productive Super Bowl performance.
The 28-year-old wideout spent three seasons in Miami (2019–2021) and posted his best receiving total in 2021 with 223 yards, a season in which the Dolphins’ receiver room also featured DeVante Parker and Jaylen Waddle. Parker was later traded to New England, and Hollins moved on in free agency, eventually joining the Bills before landing with the Patriots.
In 2024, Hollins also spent time with the division rival Buffalo Bills, where he set a career high with five receiving touchdowns in that season. Across 37 games with the Dolphins, Hollins totaled five receiving TDs, underscoring his role as a versatile but often under-the-radar contributor.
Miami’s offseason outlook remains challenging, with more than 20 unrestricted free agents and the potential release of Tyreek Hill affecting the team’s plans. The Dolphins currently have one of the league’s lowest cap spaces, a figure that could improve only after decisions on Hill, quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, and pass rusher Bradley Chubb are resolved.
Free agency chatter has linked Miami to quarterback options such as Malik Willis, a familiar name to the coaching staff from Green Bay, though competition and pricing could complicate the pursuit. The club has also been connected to playmakers like All-Pro tight end Kyle Pitts to bolster the offense around its next quarterback.
As the 2026 cycle approaches, Miami faces a pivotal offseason. The decisions on Hill’s status, Tagovailoa’s future, and how they rebuild the receiving corps and defense will shape the franchise’s trajectory, with Hollins’ Super Bowl contribution serving as a reminder of the veteran options available in the market.
