Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy, with over 30 years of experience in the NFL, has expressed his regret over letting go of Taysom Hill, the versatile player for the New Orleans Saints.
McCarthy praised Hill’s skills and referred to him as “the one that got away.”
Reflecting on his time coaching Hill during the Green Bay Packers training camp in 2017, McCarthy acknowledged Hill’s talent as a quarterback and his impressive performance in the preseason. Despite trying to place him on the practice squad, Hill was quickly claimed by the Saints.
McCarthy commended Hill’s growth and versatility, noting his evolution into a valuable weapon for the Saints’ offense. He admired Hill’s maturity and the impact he has made on the team.
The decision to release Hill back in 2017 was a point of contention between McCarthy and former Packers general manager Ted Thompson. Ultimately, the Saints capitalized on the opportunity, and Hill has thrived in New Orleans ever since.
As the Cowboys prepare to face the Saints, McCarthy will have a firsthand view of the player he once coached and the impact he could have had on the team.