NFL star Tyreek Hill is facing a major legal setback after a Miami jury ordered him to pay his estranged wife, Keeta Vaccaro, $500,000 in damages following a civil trial involving allegations of domestic abuse.
On Tuesday, October 13, jurors found the former Miami Dolphins wide receiver liable for two counts of battery connected to incidents in January 2024 and April 2025. However, the jury ruled in Hill's favor on eight additional claims, including other allegations of battery, assault, and continuing domestic violence.
According to reporting from Defector Media, Vaccaro was awarded $500,000 in compensatory damages, although jurors declined to award punitive damages.
Tyreek Hill Found Liable for Two Battery Claims
The verdict comes after Vaccaro accused Hill of physical and verbal abuse during their marriage, with the allegations becoming part of the couple's contentious divorce proceedings.
During the trial, Vaccaro testified about several alleged incidents of physical aggression, including claims that Hill pulled her hair and mistreated her during arguments.
Hill denied most of the allegations while testifying in court, describing them as false. However, he acknowledged shoving Vaccaro during one confrontation that resulted in damage to a wall.
Despite finding Hill liable for two incidents, jurors rejected the remaining claims brought against him.
The $500,000 award covers compensatory damages, which are intended to address harm suffered by the plaintiff. The jury did not impose additional punitive damages.
Because the case was handled in civil court, the verdict does not constitute a criminal conviction.
NFL Could Still Take Disciplinary Action Against Hill
While the civil trial has concluded, Hill could still face consequences from the NFL.
The league has been reviewing the allegations under its Personal Conduct Policy, which allows disciplinary action against players for certain off-field conduct.
However, the civil verdict does not automatically trigger a suspension or fine. The NFL must conduct its own review before determining whether Hill violated league rules.
The ruling also arrives as Hill attempts to make an NFL comeback following a serious knee injury sustained during the 2025 season.
The former Kansas City Chiefs and Miami Dolphins star remains a free agent, with his agent, Drew Rosenhaus, previously indicating that Hill could be ready to return to the field by November.
It remains unclear whether the verdict will affect interest from teams considering signing the veteran receiver.