Broncos consider signing veteran Taysom Hill

The Denver Broncos are considering signing veteran free agent Taysom Hill, head coach Sean Payton confirmed on August 1. The potential move would reunite the versatile player with his former coach from their shared time with the New Orleans Saints.

Payton stated the Broncos will explore bringing in Hill, who confirmed earlier this week he will not return to New Orleans after nine seasons with the franchise. The 35-year-old Hill intends to continue his playing career. Payton coached Hill from 2017 through 2021 in New Orleans, where he developed the former undrafted quarterback into a unique offensive weapon capable of playing multiple positions.

During his tenure with the Saints, Hill established a distinctive statistical profile. He accumulated 2,426 passing yards with 12 touchdowns, rushed for 2,551 yards and 34 touchdowns, and caught 110 passes for 1,034 yards and 11 scores. He also contributed on special teams earlier in his career. Payton is credited with originally conceptualizing Hill's role as a versatile gadget player.

In Denver, Hill would presumably compete for a role at tight end. The Broncos' depth chart at the position includes Evan Engram, whom Payton has described...