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Little involvement in 2020 Hill caught eight passes for 46 yards and a touchdown in 2020 over 14 regular-season games.

Impact Hill's eighth season saw him record his fewest receptions and receiving yards since his rookie campaign in 2013. He was used primarily as a blocking tight end, and he was clearly behind Jared Cook and Adam Trautman as a pass-catching option. Even if Cook, who's set to be a free agent in 2021, doesn't return to New Orleans, Hill isn't expected to take on an increased role as a pass catcher. He has little fantasy value, even in deeper formats.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Over hand injury Hill (hand) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's wild-card round matchup with the Bears after practicing fully Friday, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Impact Hill logged back-to-back limited sessions to start the week after missing the regular season finale with this injury, but he was able to shed his injury designation with a full session Friday. The backup tight end should take on his usual role Sunday, which consists primarily of blocking, though Hill is capable of chipping in the occasional catch. He had eight receptions and one touchdown in the regular season.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Patrick Mahomes watching Chiefs' finale against Chargers Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is inactive for their meaningless regular-season finale against the Los Angeles Chargers

JANUARY 3 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Unavailable for Week 17 Hill (hand) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Panthers, Katherine Terrell of The Athletic reports.

Impact Hill suffered a hand injury early in the Week 16 win over the Vikings. He was unable to practice all week, so he'll predictably be sidelined in the season finale. Position mates Jared Cook and Adam Trautman should handle their typical workloads, but the Saints may elevate Garrett Griffin or Ethan Wolf from the practice squad to add depth at tight end.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Hurts hand Friday Hill suffered a hand injury in Friday's 52-33 win over the Vikings, Larry Holder of The Athletic reports.

Impact Hill left the game early in the first quarter and was unable to return. The 30-year-old tight end plays a key blocking role in New Orleans' offense. If he is forced to miss any time, the Saints may call up another tight end from the practice squad to serve behind Jared Cook and Adam Trautman.

DECEMBER 26, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Practicing as full participant Hill (concussion) was a full practice participant Wednesday.

Impact It's unclear if Hill has officially cleared the concussion protocol, but the fact he's practicing with no limitations is a sign he's nearing full clearance. The 30-year-old is on track to be available for Week 12.

NOVEMBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Drew Lock gets start at QB for Broncos vs. Dolphins Drew Lock will get the start at quarterback when the Denver Broncos host the Miami Dolphins despite missing practice Wednesday with bruised ribs and a strained oblique he sustained...

NOVEMBER 22, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't suit up Sunday Hill (concussion) has been ruled out of Sunday's game versus the Falcons, Amie Just of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

Impact Hill suffered a concussion last week against the 49ers and didn't practice at all this week, so he'll remain in the league's five-step concussion protocol. Jared Cook and Adam Trautman are the only healthy tight ends on New Orleans' roster, so they may elevate either Garrett Griffin or Ethan Wolf from the practice squad before Sunday's game. Hill will look to return in Week 12 against the Broncos.

NOVEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from practice Hill (concussion) did not practice Thursday, Amie Just of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

Impact Hill has yet to resume practicing since he suffered a concussion during the Saints' Week 10 win over the 49ers. The depth tight end will need to fully clear the league's five-step protocol before retaking the field, so it's safe to assume that he's trending in the wrong direction for Sunday's divisional matchup against the Falcons.

NOVEMBER 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Kamara-Jones a marquee matchup when Saints host Falcons Alvin Kamara’s next chance to build on his prolific season comes against a Falcons defense that hopes it has an answer to the Saints’ dynamic running back

NOVEMBER 18, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Saints resourcefulness, resilience to be tested sans Brees The Saints are riding a six-game winning streak and lead the NFC South but their resourcefulness and resilience will be tested in upcoming weeks

NOVEMBER 16, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

AP source: Saints' Brees has rib fractures, collapsed lung A person familiar with the situation says Drew Brees has been diagnosed with multiple rib fractures and a collapsed right lung

NOVEMBER 16, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Suffers concussion Hill (concussion) exited Sunday's game against the 49ers and won't return.

Impact Hill joins an extensive list of Saints to suffer injuries in this one, including quarterback Drew Brees (ribs). The backup tight end isn't much of a contributor in the passing game but plays an important role in the rushing attack with his blocking ability. He'll need to clear concussion protocol to play against Atlanta in Week 11.

NOVEMBER 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Saints overcome Brees injury, beat 49ers 27-13 Drew Brees was pulled at halftime with a rib injury after passing for just 76 yards and a touchdown, but Alvin Kamara scored three times and New Orleans' defense largely stifled Sa...

NOVEMBER 15, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Saints TE Josh Hill (concussion) ruled out late vs. 49ers The hits keep coming for the New Orleans Saints. After ruling out receiver Tre’Quan Smith earlier with a concussion and announcing that quar...

NOVEMBER 15, 2020 • USATODAY.COM

First touchdown of 2020 Hill corralled both of his targets for 14 yards and a touchdown in the Saints' 38-3 win over the Buccaneers on Sunday.

Impact The receptions were a season high for Hill, who scored his first touchdown of the season in the blowout victory. Up 31-0, Hill hauled in a three-yarder mid-way through the fourth quarter to put the cherry on top of a dominant offensive performance. Unless New Orleans goes up big on San Francisco in Week 10, Hill is unlikely to return much fantasy value even in the deepest of leagues.

NOVEMBER 9, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Weekend Sports in Brief

NOVEMBER 9, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Brees throws 4 TD passes, Saints rout Brady, Buccaneers 38-3 Drew Brees threw for 222 yards and four touchdowns, regaining the NFL career TD pass lead and lifting the New Orleans Saints into first place in the NFC South with a 38-3 rout of T...

NOVEMBER 8, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Brees throws for 4 TDs as Saints pound Buccaneers 38-3

NOVEMBER 8, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Makes one-yard reception Hill hauled in his lone target for a one-yard gain Monday in the Saints' 30-27 overtime win over the Chargers.

Impact Hill has logged either one or two targets in the Saints' four games this season, and his role is unlikely to change as the season progresses. The veteran is valued for his prowess as a run blocker, which may be enough for him to consistently play ahead of Adam Trautman in two-tight end sets, or when starter Jared Cook substitutes out of games.

OCTOBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Saints bracing for new NFC South challenge from Brady's Bucs The New Orleans Saints have won three straight NFC South titles with quarterback Drew Brees

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Back at practice Hill dressed for practice Friday and got in limited work on the side, Amie Just of Nola.com reports.

Impact It was Hill's second day of this routine, and though he wasn't fully involved, it's a positive step after he missed the Saints' first two days of practice with an undisclosed "tweak." He's expected to serve his usual role as a blocker and occasional pass-catcher in 2020.

AUGUST 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 19, 2020 • USATODAY.COM

Sustains injury Monday Coach Sean Payton said Hill "tweaked" something and was forced to miss practice Monday, Amie Just of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

Impact The specifics of the injury remain unclear, but it appears serious enough to force him out of valuable practice time. The 30-year-old was a solid No. 2 option at tight end behind Jared Cook last season, racking up 25 catches for 226 yards and three scores. Expect the Saints to update Hill's status as needed as they prepare for the 2020 season.

AUGUST 17, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Tough path to roster spot Griffin (undisclosed) may have a tough time cracking the Saints' season-opening roster, Larry Holder of The Athletic reports.

Impact Jared Cook remains the starter at tight end and Josh Hill hasn't missed a game since 2016, and New Orleans also added Adam Trautman in the third round of April's draft. Griffin spent last season on injured reserve and hasn't seen game action since 2017.

JUNE 30, 2020 • ROTOWIRE