Taysom Hill’s Week 11 Outlook: Fantasy Impact and Matchup Against the Cleveland Browns

Taysom Hill, the versatile tight end for the New Orleans Saints, is gearing up for a crucial matchup against the Cleveland Browns in Week 11 of the NFL season. Despite his unique role that often sees him playing multiple positions, Hill has maintained a consistent presence in the Saints’ offense.

Since Week 8, Hill has been the 16th-ranked tight end in fantasy points per game, playing 40-44% of snaps weekly and averaging seven opportunities and 50.4 total yards per game. He has also had a 45% route share and an 11.1% target share, with 2.0 yards per route run and a 14.7% first-read share.

In the Saints’ recent win over the Atlanta Falcons in Week 10, Hill caught 2-of-2 targets for 36 yards and added 14 rushing yards on four carries. This performance is indicative of his dual-threat capability, which makes him a valuable asset in fantasy football, especially in the red zone.

For Week 11, Hill faces the Cleveland Browns, who have the NFL’s 13th-ranked pass defense. Despite this, Hill’s versatility and consistent usage could still make him a solid play. He averages 16.7 receiving yards per game, and in three of six games this season, he has totaled over 19.5 receiving yards. Bookmakers have set his receiving yards prop at over 19.5 yards for the upcoming game.

Hill’s role is further amplified by the injuries to other Saints players, including running back Jamaal Williams (groin) and Kendre Miller (hamstring). Over the last three games, Hill has had eight receptions for 98 yards and 13 rushing attempts for 53 yards and a touchdown. His ability to operate out of the backfield, with an average of 4.5 carries per game, elevates his floor and keeps him in contention for a top-12 finish week-to-week.