Taysom Hill Exits Saints as Only Super Bowl Era Player With 3,000-Yard Split

Taysom Hill confirmed he will not return to New Orleans for a 10th season, leaving as the only Super Bowl era player with 1,000 yards passing, rushing, and receiving.

Taysom Hill confirmed via social media on Wednesday night that he will not return to the New Orleans Saints for a 10th season. The 35-year-old utility player, who turns 36 next month, concludes his tenure as the only player in the Super Bowl era to record at least 1,000 yards passing, 1,000 yards rushing, and 1,000 yards receiving. During the 2025 season, Hill appeared in 13 games after starting the year on the physically unable to perform list due to a serious knee injury suffered in December 2024. In his final campaign with the franchise, he recorded 52 rushing attempts for 114 yards and one touchdown, caught 11 passes, and threw one touchdown pass.

Hill reached a historic milestone on December 21 during his final home game at the Superdome. The Saints coaching staff prioritized getting him to the 1,000-yard career receiving mark, eventually calling a play that resulted in a touchdown on the final snap of the contest. Following that game, Hill noted that offensive coordinator Kellen Moore called a screen and multiple specific plays to ensure he reached his statistical goals. This performance solidified his place as one of only five players in NFL history to score at least 10 touchdowns each via rushing, receiving, and passing.

Historic Versatility and NFL Milestones

Originally claimed off waivers from the Green Bay Packers before the 2017 season, Hill participated in 118 regular-season games and six postseason matchups for New Orleans. His statistical profile draws comparisons to Hall of Famer Frank Gifford; when Hill caught his 10th career touchdown pass in 2023, he became the first player to achieve double-digit scores in all three categories since Gifford did so in 1957. Known widely as the "Swiss Army knife," Hill occupied roles at quarterback, running back, tight end, wide receiver, and on various special teams units.

General manager Mickey Loomis addressed the departure on Wednesday, describing Hill as an excellent leader, mentor, and teammate. While Loomis acknowledged a recent private conversation with the veteran, he declined to disclose specific details regarding their discussion. The organization indicated that a future celebration would be held to honor Hill’s contributions to the franchise over his nine seasons of service.

Future Plans and Social Media Statement

Hill’s announcement arrived as NFL training camps began, though he did not explicitly state whether he intends to retire or seek a contract with another team for the 2026 season. In his statement, he expressed that returning to New Orleans was "not in the cards," though he remains undecided on his next professional step. He thanked the local fanbase for their loyalty, noting that the support his family received over nine years exceeded every expectation he had for living in the city.

The departure marks the end of an era for a player who provided unique tactical flexibility. Hill’s ability to transition between power running and passing allowed the Saints to utilize specialized packages that few other NFL rosters could replicate. As he moves into the offseason to determine his future, he leaves the Saints as one of the most versatile figures in the history of the organization.