The New Orleans Saints have agreed to a contract extension with their versatile player Taysom Hill. And just like Hill, the contract is one of the most unique in the whole NFL.
ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports that the basis of the agreement is set at four years and $40 million. But this is only if the Saints continue to use Hill as their “Swiss Army knife.” This includes playing on special teams and serving as a wideout, running back, tight end, and providing options at the quarterback position.
However, in case that Hill reaches his ultimate goal and becomes New Orleans’ starting quarterback in the future, his contract will increase in value. In that case, the extension could be worth as much as $95 million, according to Schefter.
Since joining the New Orleans Saints in 2017, Taysom Hill has emerged as a unique offensive weapon for the team. As a rusher, he totaled 913 running yards and 14 touchdowns while also totaling 34 receptions for 388 yards and seven scores as a receiver. On top of that, Hill often lined up under center, throwing 101 completions for 1,103 yards, four TDs, and four interceptions.
After Drew Brees retired following the 2020 NFL season, Saints head coach Sean Payton promised Hill a shot to become the team’s starting quarterback. He went against Jameis Winston in training camp but ended up losing the competition and settling for a backup option at the position.
It remains to be seen whether the Saints truly believe that Hill can be a starting quarterback for them at one point. He was set to get a shot after Winston went down with a season-ending injury earlier in 2021, but a concussion prevented him from making the most of it.
