The finale was marred by a surprising move by star wide receiver Tyreek Hill, who opted to leave the game in the fourth quarter and not return to action on the team's final two drives. Hill later hinted that he wanted to leave the Dolphins for good and McDaniel hinted that Hill quit on the team.

Chris Grier and Mike McDaniel addressed the ongoing situation with Hill in the aftermath of Miami's season-ending loss.

When appearing on the Pat McAfee Show, agent Drew Rosenhaus said his client, Dolphins WR Tyreek Hill, is “committed” to continuing in Miami after having a productive meeting with GM Chris Grier and HC Mike McDaniel.