NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedJuly 30, 2026United States
Taysom Hill Departs New Orleans Saints
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Taysom Hill has announced he will not return to the New Orleans Saints after nine seasons with the team. Hill, known for his versatile role as a multi-position player, has not yet announced his retirement from the NFL.
Read the full story at WPLG Local 10 – Main FeedWhy It Matters
The departure of a long-term, multi-position player marks a significant change in the New Orleans Saints' roster composition and team strategy for the upcoming season.
Key Facts
- Taysom Hill will not return to the New Orleans Saints for the upcoming season.
- Hill spent nine seasons with the New Orleans Saints.
- Hill has not announced his retirement from the NFL.
- Hill became a free agent in March 2023.
- Hill is the only player in the NFL's Super Bowl era to record 1,000+ yards in passing, rushing, and receiving.
- Hill's career stats include 2,554 rushing yards (34 TDs), 2,426 passing yards (12 TDs), and 1,034 receiving yards (11 TDs).
- In 2023, Hill recorded 10 touchdowns in each category: rushing, passing, and receiving.
- The Saints had a 7-2 record in games where Hill started as quarterback.
- Hill began his NFL career as an undrafted free agent with Green Bay in 2017.
Who's Mentioned
OrganizationBYU“Hill's former university.”PersonSean Payton“Former Saints coach who initially signed Hill.”OrganizationDenver Broncos“The team currently coached by Sean Payton.”PersonMickey Loomis“General manager of the New Orleans Saints.”OrganizationNew Orleans Saints“The NFL franchise Hill played for during his first nine seasons.”OrganizationGreen Bay“The team where Hill began his NFL career as an undrafted free agent.”PersonTaysom Hill“Former New Orleans Saints player announcing his departure from the team.”PersonDrew Brees“Former Saints quarterback who narrated a tribute video for Hill.”