The Kansas City Chiefs will host the New Orleans Saints on Monday Night Football. The visiting team will likely be without an essential part of its offense.
During Thursday’s press conference, Saints head coach Dennis Allen revealed an injury to tight end Taysom Hill. The veteran gadget offensive specialist is dealing with fractured ribs and continues to be kept out of practice.
Saints HC Dennis Allen told reporters that TE Taysom Hill fractured his ribs. pic.twitter.com/RszirSAvMx
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 3, 2024
He suffered the injury during the Saints’ dominant Week 2 victory over the Dallas Cowboys. Allen was unsure if Hill could be placed on injured reserve, but it appears to be an option.
Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo may not have to plan for the versatile Hill, who has lined up at tight end, wide receiver, running back, and started games at quarterback in his career. Since 2019, The 34-year-old has held the NFL record for the most single-season touchdowns without a turnover by a quarterback, with seven.
Hill has 14 carries for 77 yards and two rushing touchdowns this season. Due to his rib injury, he missed the home matchup with the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 3 and last week’s road loss to the Atlanta Falcons. His status for Monday’s game at Arrowhead Stadium is uncertain as both teams prepare for the prime time showcase.