Taysom Hill confirmed Wednesday he will not return to the New Orleans Saints for a 10th season. The 35-year-old utility player leaves as the only Super Bowl-era NFL player with over 1,000 passing, rushing, and receiving yards, entering free agency with his future undecided.
The nine-year run of one of football’s most unique offensive weapons in New Orleans has officially come to an end, according to a farewell statement released by the player on social media. Hill posted his decision on Wednesday night just as training camps opened across the league, noting that while he has not decided whether to retire, a return to the franchise that brought him to prominence is off the table.
A Farewell Statement and the End of an Era in New Orleans
Affectionately dubbed the Human Swiss Army Knife, Hill spent his entire career with the Saints after joining the organization off waivers from the Green Bay Packers in 2017. In his heartfelt social media message, Hill reflected on his tenure with the NFC South franchise.
“I’ve taken time this offseason to think carefully about what comes next for my family and me. I still don’t have a clear answer about what the future holds, but I know that returning to New Orleans is not in the cards. As training camp begins, I didn’t want my silence to be misinterpreted, and as hard as it is to put into words, I wanted to express my gratitude.”
Taysom Hill, Free Agent
The BYU product also shared warm words for the local fanbase, highlighting how the community embraced him both on and off the gridiron.
“To the city of New Orleans: thank you. I had always heard,
Taysom Hill, Free AgentIf you love New Orleans, New Orleans will love you back.That could not have been more true.”
Unmatched Statistical Versatility in the Super Bowl Era
Hill’s deployment on the field broke conventional positional molds. Throughout his nine seasons in New Orleans, he lined up at quarterback, tight end, fullback, and wide receiver while also anchoring special teams coverage units. Data compiled from his career numbers shows he leaves the franchise having accounted for more than 5,500 yards from scrimmage and over 60 total touchdowns.
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| Category | Career Statistics |
|---|---|
| Passing | 551 completions, 894 attempts, 6,796 yards, 45 touchdowns |
| Rushing | 689 carries, 3,132 yards, 42 touchdowns |
| Receiving | 125 receptions, 1,157 yards, 11 touchdowns |
His production peaked near the goal line during the 2020 and 2022 campaigns, where he recorded nine rushing and receiving touchdowns in each of those seasons, alongside seven scores during the 2019 season.
Drew Brees Narration and Management Tribute
To honor his departure, the Saints released a video tribute narrated by franchise legend Drew Brees, celebrating Hill’s contributions to the organization. Saints Executive Vice President and General Manager Mickey Loomis also issued a statement honoring the veteran’s impact.
Loomis saluted Hill’s selfless play, pointing specifically to his intelligence, unique athletic ability, versatility, and unselfishness,
while indicating that the organization plans to properly celebrate his achievements down the road.
Late-Career Hurdles and Free Agency Outlook
He managed just one touchdown during his final season with the club.
With training camps now underway, Hill enters free agency as an intriguing wild card for any franchise seeking a hard-nosed, multi-functional piece for a late-career playoff push. Whether a contender calls or the veteran chooses to walk away remains open, but his chapter in the Big Easy is definitively closed.
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