HE’S BACK: New Orleans Saints are planning for Taysom Hill to be part of their roster in 2024, with no indication that the versatile playmaker is considering retirement…

HE’S BACK: New Orleans Saints are planning for Taysom Hill to be part of their roster in 2024, with no indication that the versatile playmaker is considering retirement…

It looks like the New Orleans Saints are planning for Taysom Hill to be part of their roster in 2024, with no indication that the versatile playmaker is considering retirement. However, as Katherine Terrell of ESPN reports, adjustments to his contract may be necessary to help the team manage their salary cap.

Hill, who turns 34 this season, remains a unique weapon for the Saints, contributing as a quarterback, tight end, running back, and special teams player. His current contract, which was structured with various incentives tied to his role, carries a cap hit that could require restructuring. The Saints, known for their creative cap management, may look to convert part of his salary into a signing bonus or extend the deal to spread out costs.

Despite his age, Hill continues to be an impact player, particularly in short-yardage and red-zone situations. In 2023, he totaled over 600 yards from scrimmage and accounted for nine touchdowns, proving he still has value in head coach Dennis Allen’s system. While his primary position is listed as tight end, the Saints have consistently used him in a hybrid role that makes him difficult for opposing defenses to game-plan against.

Despite his age, Hill continues to be an impact player, particularly in short-yardage and red-zone situations. In 2023, he totaled over 600 yards from scrimmage and accounted for nine touchdowns, proving he still has value in head coach Dennis Allen’s system. While his primary position is listed as tight end, the Saints have consistently used him in a hybrid role that makes him difficult for opposing defenses to game-plan against.