Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Taysom Hill

How Taysom Hill built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Taysom Hill is a professional American football player known for his versatility. He currently plays tight end for the New Orleans Saints. Hill played quarterback at BYU in college before joining the Saints in 2017. He has officially held the positions of both quarterback and tight end but is utilized in a variety of offensive and special teams roles. Because of his ability to fill many different roles, Hill is referred to as "the Human Swiss Army Knife" by the Saints media.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

2013: Full-Time Starter and Notable Performances

In 2013, Taysom Hill was named the Cougars' full-time starter. He had notable performances including 259 rushing yards and three touchdowns against Texas, and 417 passing yards with 4 touchdowns and 194 rushing yards against Houston.

September 3, 2017: Claimed by the New Orleans Saints

On September 3, 2017, Taysom Hill was claimed off waivers by the New Orleans Saints. He then made his NFL debut.

2017: Signed and Released by the Green Bay Packers

In 2017, Taysom Hill signed with the Green Bay Packers as a free agent on May 5. He was later released during final roster cuts on September 2.

2017: Signed by the Saints

In 2017, Taysom Hill was signed by the New Orleans Saints of the NFL after playing college football for BYU as a quarterback.

2018: Varied Roles with the Saints

In 2018, Taysom Hill was listed as the third-string quarterback but was used in a variety of positions for the Saints, including as their primary kick returner.

March 2020: Saints Placed Tender on Hill

In March 2020, the Saints placed a first round restricted free agent tender on Taysom Hill worth $4.641 million.

November 20, 2020: First Career Start at Quarterback

On November 20, 2020, Taysom Hill made his first career start at quarterback for the Saints against the Falcons, completing 18 of 23 passes for 233 yards and running for 51 yards and two touchdowns.

March 14, 2021: Signed Contract Extension with Saints

On March 14, 2021, Taysom Hill signed a four-year, $40 million extension with the Saints on the same day that Drew Brees announced his retirement.

November 22, 2021: Additional Contract Extension with the Saints

On November 22, 2021, Taysom Hill signed an additional contract extension with the Saints, giving him $22.5 million in guaranteed money.

March 2022: Position Change to Tight End

In March 2022, new head coach Dennis Allen changed Taysom Hill's primary position from quarterback to tight end.

2023: Returned to Quarterback and Career Highs

In 2023, Taysom Hill was moved back to quarterback after being categorized as a tight end. He achieved new career highs in several receiving statistics.