Taysom Hill injury update: Latest on Saints TE for Week 3 fantasy football
New Orleans Saints tight end Taysom Hill left the game during their 44-19 dominant victory against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday. The Saints utility man who signed a $40 million deal with the Saints before the start of the 2021 offseason has continued to play all over on offense. Hill had four touches against the Cowboys on Sunday, totaling 19 yards on offense.
However, Hill suffered chest pain in Sunday's victory and was ruled doubtful for the remaining game. Hill ended up missing the rest of the game. Saints coach Dennis Allen said that Hill went to the hospital following the game to have some tests done.
Taysom Hill injury update: What happened to Saints TE?
It's unclear when Taysom Hill suffered an injury against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday. Hill went to the hospital after the game but returned home to New Orleans shortly after being transported from the stadium to a local hospital. Hill will have more tests done on Monday, but the team believes his injury isn't too serious.
Taysom Hill is still being used as Swiss army knife in the Saints' offense
Taysom Hill is one of the most versatile players in the NFL. He played as a dual-threat quarterback for BYU in college. Hill was signed by the New Orleans Saints in 2018 and entered the season as the team's third-string QB while playing kick returner. Hill never became New Orleans' starting QB but would appear in some games at QB. With Hill being a versatile gadget, the Saints found ways to get him on the field.
Hill would be used in special packages as a QB who would run draws, wildcat plays, or option runs. Hill would even be lined up as tight end in certain packages and be a pass-catcher for New Orleans. Hill is listed as a tight end this season and has also taken snaps at fullback.
Hill has 2,348 passing yards, 11 passing touchdowns, eight interceptions, 2,159 rushing yards, 27 rushing touchdowns, 756 receiving yards, and 11 receiving touchdowns in his seven-year career. While Hill might not be a top player in one position, he's one of the most valuable players in the league with his versatility.