In the vibrant and competitive world of the NFL, Miami Dolphins’ Tyreek Hill is celebrated for his remarkable speed, earning him the moniker “Cheetah” for his ability to blitz past defenders on the field. Yet, teammate Raheem Mostert has recently stepped up, claiming he’s the true speed king of the Dolphins roster.
Appearing on a podcast hosted by Jacksonville Jaguars’ Arik Armstead, Mostert confidently stated, “You’re looking at him. That’s me.
I’m taking that title. I’m the fastest.”
This bold declaration has sparked conversations, especially on a team that’s home to not only Hill but also speedsters like Jaylen Waddle and De’Von Achane.
According to Mostert, debates about who is the fastest are a common occurrence among the Dolphins. “We argue all the time,” he revealed, underscoring his claim with reminders of his track and field success as a three-time Big Ten champion at Purdue, where he excelled in the 60m, 100m, and 200m races.
Indeed, Mostert’s athletic prowess was on display when he recorded a 4.34-second 40-yard dash at the 2015 NFL Scouting Combine. However, he faces stiff competition from his teammates. Hill clocked an impressive 4.29-second 40 at his pro day leading up to the 2016 NFL draft, while Achane posted a 4.32-second time at the 2023 Combine.
Despite the friendly rivalry, Mostert concedes there’s something almost otherworldly about Hill’s capabilities on the field. Recounting an instance from Hill’s first practice with the Dolphins, Mostert shared, “This man [Hill] hit like a slant and go…bro, out of there. I’m like ‘Oh yeah, no he’s a glitch,’” admiring Hill’s ability to make jaw-dropping plays seem effortless.
The camaraderie and competitive spirit among the Dolphins’ speedsters hasn’t resolved who the fastest player is, but it has undoubtedly fueled a healthy rivalry that pushes each of them to their athletic limits. Regardless of who holds the title, the Dolphins’ roster boasts some of the most astonishingly quick players in the league, making them a formidable force on the field.