Police launch review after NFL player Hill detained

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill was detained by police before being released prior to his team's season opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

After the incident, the 30-year-old made his way to the Hard Rock Stadium and scored a touchdown in a 20-17 win.

"This morning, WR Tyreek Hill was pulled over for a traffic incident about one block from the stadium and briefly detained by police," said a Dolphins statement, external.

"He has since been released. Several team-mates saw the incident and stopped to offer support.

"Tyreek and all other players involved have safely arrived to the stadium and will be available for today's game."

A video on ESPN showed Hill being laid on the ground and handcuffed by police.

After the match Hill said he did not know why officers had done so.

"Wasn't disrespectful because my mom didn't raise me that way. Didn't cuss. Still trying to figure it out," he said.

Earlier, Hill's agent Drew Rosenhaus told ESPN, external it had been a "heartbreaking situation" but Hill was OK.

Rosenhaus said: "How things escalated into the situation they were in - handcuffs and being held on the ground by police - is mind-boggling to me.

"I'm deeply concerned by that, very troubled. We will be looking into it."

He added: "This is crazy, I've never seen anything like it."

Miami-Dade Police Department director Stephanie V Daniels said: "I initiated an internal affairs investigation to ensure a thorough review of the matter.

"One of the officers involved in the incident has been placed on administrative duties while the investigation is conducted.

"I'm committed to transparency and accountability to the community with any situation involving my officers."