Green Bay, WI – In a move that carries both nostalgia and significant football intrigue, the Green Bay Packers are reportedly linked to a reunion with one of the NFL’s most unique and versatile weapons: Taysom Hill.
According to AtoZ Sports analyst Wendell Ferreira, Green Bay should consider bringing back the former undrafted free agent who first entered the league with the Packers in 2017. While nothing is finalized, the idea of Hill returning to the organization that first gave him his shot has Packers fans buzzing as the team prepares for Organized Team Activities (OTAs) beginning May 26.
Hill, who turns 36 in August, remains a free agent after spending nine productive seasons with the New Orleans Saints. During that time, the BYU product evolved from a raw, athletic quarterback prospect into one of the league’s most dynamic gadget players under Sean Payton. His ability to line up at quarterback, tight end, wide receiver, and running back made him a nightmare matchup for defenses.
A Unique Career Built on Versatility
Across his career, Hill has accumulated 3,585 yards from scrimmage and 45 touchdowns on the ground and through the air as a receiver and rusher. He has also thrown for 2,426 yards and 12 passing touchdowns. That rare combination of skills kept him relevant even as traditional roles evolved around him.
The Packers originally signed Hill as an undrafted free agent in the spring of 2017. He flashed in the preseason — notably scoring rushing touchdowns — but was released during final roster cuts with the intention of stashing him on the practice squad. Instead, the Saints claimed him off waivers, and the rest became history. Now, with the Packers looking to add depth and creativity to an offense that still has holes to fill, a homecoming under head coach Matt LaFleur makes perfect sense on paper.
LaFleur’s offensive creativity is well-documented, and Hill’s skill set would offer him another chess piece capable of exploiting mismatches in motion, jet sweeps, wildcat formations, and short-yardage situations. At a stage where many players slow down, Hill’s athleticism — while not what it once was — still provides value in specialized packages.
Timing and Context
General manager Brian Gutekunst has acknowledged that the roster isn’t yet complete, stating, “I don’t know if I ever feel like I’ve checked every box, because I don’t know if anything’s ever complete.” The Packers lost several key contributors this offseason and have yet to fully replace that talent. Adding a veteran like Hill, who knows how to win and brings positional flexibility, could be a low-risk, high-reward addition.
That said, Hill’s future remains uncertain. Recent reports indicate he has listed his home in Old Metairie, Louisiana, for sale at $2.75 million, with his family having built a dream home in Utah. Retirement speculation has grown, but until Hill officially announces his decision, the door remains open for a return to Green Bay.
NFC North and Beyond Take Notice
A potential reunion would not only add depth and experience to Green Bay’s offense but also send a message across the NFC. A creative offense featuring Jordan Love, Christian Watson, Jayden Reed, and a veteran wildcard like Taysom Hill could become even more difficult to prepare for.
Whether this remains a thought experiment from analysts or turns into reality will likely become clearer over the next several weeks as OTAs and minicamp unfold. One thing is certain: if Taysom Hill does come home, the NFC should prepare for some chaos.
The Packers have always thrived on finding value in unexpected places. Bringing back the undrafted quarterback they once let slip away — now a battle-tested, 3,585-yard, 45-touchdown veteran — would be a story perfectly in line with Green Bay’s resourceful tradition.
