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Taysom Hill clarifies what his fantasy football position should be

Taysom Hill, who has played many positions for the New Orleans Saints beyond just quarterback, has thoughts on his fantasy football position

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What position should Taysom Hill say he plays, when asked? The easy answer is “football player,” but that doesn’t square easily with the rabid fantasy football community, who have been confounded by the New Orleans Saints’ so-called quarterback who logs more snaps at other positions in kickoff and punt coverage, field goal protection, tight end, slot receiver, and fullback, among others.

So, it’s a tougher question to answer than it appears at first glance. The fantasy football community has been in uproar over Hill’s usage in New Orleans, initially due to his habit of “vulturing” short-yardage touchdowns from both Alvin Kamara (on running plays) and Michael Thomas (on slant passes), but that response evolved as Hill became more of a regular feature in the Saints offense. Now that he’s become a weekly threat to score or gain big chunks of yardage (having hit paydirt eight times in 2019, including the playoffs), there’s fantasy points being left untouched by team managers.

What’s specifically frustrating for them is that Hill is listed as a quarterback in most formats, meaning they would have to bench a starting quarterback in conventional leagues to take advantage of Hill’s unique workload. Some two-quarterback systems opened the door for him to make an impact, but that’s a small niche within the broader industry. Many formats include a “flex” position in addition to your standard groupings (quarterback, running back, wide receiver, and tight end) but that slot is rarely available for quarterbacks.

It’s something Hill acknowledged when Matt Harmon of Yahoo Fantasy Sports asked what position he should be listed at. “Oh man, well,” Hill answered, choosing his words very carefully, “It would be hard to argue with all the comments last year after I probably should have been a ‘flex’ in the 2019 season, but I better stay at quarterback for the future.”

Maybe that’s a sign that more pass attempts are in Hill’s future. Whatever the case, his distinctive skills set should continue to frustrate fantasy football players all over the world.

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Peyton Manning, Von Miller show off arm strength at Nuggets and Avalanche games

Broncos legends Peyton Manning and Von Miller support Denver’s hometown teams, including the Nuggets and Avalance.

Former Broncos quarterback still lives in the Denver area and he occasionally attends NBA games featuring the Nuggets. At one of their games in December, Manning played catch with Rocky the Mountain Lion, the Nuggets’ mascot.

Manning jokingly warmed up with a short toss before throwing a longer pass to the mascot.

Manning isn’t the only Bronco who shows off his arm strength at Denver sporting events. Superstar outside linebacker Von Miller signed and then threw a football into the stands at an Avalanche game last month.

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Miller has also attended Rockies games with his teammates and the Rapids of MLS have even (sarcastically?) offered Miller a spot on their roster. Clearly, he’s a fan of many sports.

Miller’s going to stick with football, though, specifically as an outside linebacker (though he does think he would be a good running back).

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Sean Payton trusting Drew Brees’ judgment in whether to return for 2020

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees is deciding whether to retire or return in 2020, and Sean Payton is going to trust his judgment.

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What’s New Orleans Saints coach Sean Payton to do when ambushed by TMZ Sports reporters at an exotic car show, with questions about Drew Brees’ future raining down on him? The odds that Brees, the surefire Hall of Fame quarterback, will return for one more year has never felt less certain.

As it turns out, he’s able to quickly think on his feet. Payton shot down the opportunity for any ill-advised hot takes, saying, “Listen, I think he’s playing at a high level. He’ll know (when it’s time to hang it up). He’s doing well.”

And when pressed as to whether he wants Brees back, having coached the quarterback his entire career in New Orleans, Payton smirked and replied, “Absolutely,” before walking away. You can see the exchange where we’ve embedded it below.

It lines up with comments Payton made earlier this offseason, in which he endorsed Brees’ performance last season and made it clear that he’ll be patient with the face of his franchise. It’s been a few weeks since that press conference, but Payton sure doesn’t look like someone who’s anticipating a dramatic farewell. He hasn’t seen Brees fall off in decline just yet, but Payton acknowledged that his quarterback will know what he’s capable of (and not able to do) better than anyone else. Whatever Brees decides, Payton plans to trust his judgment.

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Watch: Alvin Kamara, Drew Brees star in new Mardi Gras-themed Super Bowl ad

New Orleans Saints superstars Drew Brees and Alvin Kamara won featured roles in a Super Bowl commercial advertising the #NFL100 campaign.

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Alvin Kamara is resplendent, dressed in black and gold, bobbing and weaving through traffic with the football held high and tight against his chest. The crowd is pressing in on him with a wall of masked opponents blocking his way. So he turns and flips the ball back to his quarterback, on a trick play, setting Drew Brees up to pass from a protected position. It’s all something we’ve seen before in recent games.

Except it’s not a game. It’s Carnival season. Kamara has swapped his helmet and shoulderpads for a gorgeous leather jacket and colorful beads, and Brees is riding high in a Mardi Gras float. All the theatrics are part of a commercial advertising the NFL100 initiative, which will be shown in the hours leading up to Super Bowl LIV between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers. See it for yourself in this exclusive clip from the NFL:

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Watch all of Drew Lock’s throws from 2019 Senior Bowl

Click here to watch all of Drew Lock’s passes from the 2019 Senior Bowl.

Missiouri quarterback Drew Lock helped the North defeat the South 34-24 in last year’s Senior Bowl in Mobile, Alabama. All of Lock’s throws — and the throws from every other QB in the game — can be seen in the above video.

Lock went 9-of-14 passing for 57 yards with no touchdowns and no turnovers in last year’s game. Most his his team’s production came on the ground as the North rushed for 179 yards and three scores in the win.

Lock shared snaps with Daniel Jones, Ryan Finley and Trace McSorley at the 2019 Senior Bowl. Of those QBs, only Jones was a higher selection in the NFL draft (sixth overall). Lock was selected by the Broncos in the second round (42nd overall).

Lock started Denver’s final five games of the 2019 season and helped the team win four contests. He completed 64.1 percent of his passes for 1,020 yards with seven touchdowns against three interceptions.

This year’s Senior Bowl will air on NFL Network (game info here).

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Watch Drew Lock’s press conference from 2019 Senior Bowl

Before he was selected by the Broncos in the 2019 NFL draft, Missouri quarterback Drew Lock played in last year’s Senior Bowl.

Before he was selected by the Broncos in the second round of last year’s NFL draft, Missouri quarterback Drew Lock created a lot of buzz as one of the top quarterback prospects at the 2019 Senior Bowl. His press conference from Senior Bowl Week can be seen in the above video.

Related: How to watch and stream 2019 Senior Bowl.

Lock and Kansas State offensive lineman Dalton Risner helped the North defeat the South 34-24 in last year’s Senior Bowl. Denver then selected Lock and Risner in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft. Here are our favorite photos of Lock and Risner from last year’s Senior Bowl.

Broncos general manager John Elway is in Mobile, Alabama again this year to watch the Senior Bowl in person. Risner made an effort to introduce himself to Elway on the field last year and that likely left a good impression on the GM. Risner went on to start all 16 games last season.

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Broncos put a GoPro on Courtland Sutton at Pro Bowl practice

Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton wore a GoPro camera at the first day of Pro Bowl practice.

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The Broncos put a GoPro camera on wide receiver Courtland Sutton for his first day of practice in Orlando on Wednesday. The resulting footage can be seen in the above video, courtesy of the team’s official website.

In just his second season, Sutton became the fastest wide receiver in franchise history to reach the NFL’s all-star game. Sutton was initially voted a second alternate for the Pro Bowl and was added as an injury replacement for Texans star DeAndre Hopkins last week.

Sutton has been enjoying his time in Orlando and has been showing off some one-handed catches at practice.

Sutton and outside linebacker Von Miller are the only two active Broncos players at the Pro Bowl but they aren’t the only two Broncos in Orlando. Pro Football Hall of Fame running back Terrell Davis, who won back-to-back Super Bowls in Denver, will serve as one of the AFC’s team captains.

The 2020 Pro Bowl will be played in Orlando, Florida on Sunday, Jan. 26 at 1:00 p.m. MT. The game will be simulcast on ESPN, ESPN Deportes, ABC and Disney XD. Tickets to the game start at $45 on Ticketmaster.

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Broncos OLB Von Miller coaching up young pass rushers at Pro Bowl

Broncos outside linebacker Von Miller has been coaching up some of the young defenders at the Pro Bowl in Orlando.

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In 2014, when Broncos outside linebacker Von Miller was coming off a season cut short by injury and suspension, Denver signed future Pro Football Hall edge defender DeMarcus Ware. He might have been one of the most important teammates Miller ever had.

Ware took Miller under his wing and mentored him. They won Super Bowl 50 together in 2015 and now, four years after Ware’s retirement, Miller is following in his mentor’s footsteps by grooming the next generation of pass rushers.

Each offseason, Miller hosts a “Pass Rush Summit” for edge defenders (and even some offensive linemen) from across the NFL. Miller is also taking advantage of getting to mingle with young pass rushers at the Pro Bowl in Orlando.

Before practice Thursday, Miller coached up Jaguars rookie Josh Allen:

Miller also spent some time with Steelers outside linebacker T.J. Watt and Ravens edge defender Matthew Judon:

And, of course, Miller made time for fans at Thursday’s practice:

Miller said during an interview on “Pardon My Take” this week that he has had to apologize to players for going “too hard” in past Pro Bowls.

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Von Miller, Courtland Sutton enjoy first day of Pro Bowl practice

Broncos linebacker Von Miller and receiver Courtland Sutton completed Day 1 of Pro Bowl practice Wednesday.

Denver Broncos outside linebacker Von Miller and wide receiver Courtland Sutton checked in with fans through the team’s official Twitter page from Florida on Wednesday. Miller and Sutton are preparing to play in the 2020 Pro Bowl on Sunday.

Miller participated in the Pro Bowl Skills Showdown in 2018 and 2019 and he will do so again this year. The 2020 skills showdown will air on ESPN on Jan. 23. Two years ago, Miller took home co-MVP honors at the 2018 Pro Bowl after his strip-sack sealed a 24-23 win for the AFC.

This year marks Sutton’s first appearance in the All-Star Game. The second-year receiver is clearly having a good time.

Sutton showed off his impressive hands with a one-handed catch during Wednesday’s practice.

Pro Football Hall of Fame running back Terrell Davis will serve as one of the AFC’s team captains at the All-Star Game this year.

The 2020 Pro Bowl will be played in Orlando, Florida on Sunday, Jan. 26 at 1:00 p.m. MT. The game will be simulcast on ESPN, ESPN Deportes, ABC and Disney XD. Tickets to the game start at $45 on Ticketmaster.

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Peyton Manning stars in two new American Financing commercials

NFL legend Peyton Manning stars in two new American Financing commercials. Watch them here.

Peyton Manning’s back at it again, starring in new commercials.

The five-time NFL MVP has worked with Nationwide (chicken parm you taste so good!), Tide, Gatorade, DIRECTV, OtterBox and more companies since hanging up his cleats in 2016. The retired quarterback is making just as much from endorsements as he did during his final three years with the Broncos, according to estimates from Forbes.

Manning’s latest endorsement deal is with American Financing, a national mortgage banker. In his first ad with American Financing, Manning breaks down “game film” and critiques one of the employee’s handshake technique.

The second ad features Manning conversing with co-workers at one of the mortgage lender’s offices.

“I’m not here,” Manning says when told his “neighbor Mike” wants him to check on his cat again.

Manning, 43, played with the Broncos from 2012-2015, winning the AFC West four straight years. Denver reached the Super Bowl twice during the Manning era and the superstar QB retired after the Broncos defeated the Panthers 24-10 in Super Bowl 50.

Manning will be eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2021.

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