Joshua James Hill (born May 21, 1990) is an American former professional football player who was a tight end in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Idaho State Bengals and was signed by the New Orleans Saints as an undrafted free agent in 2013. Hill was also a member of the Detroit Lions.
Hill signed with the New Orleans Saints after not being selected in the 2013 NFL draft.
Hill became a restricted free agent during the 2016 offseason. On March 22, 2016, he signed an offer sheet to join the Chicago Bears. However, three days later, the Saints matched the Bears' offer sheet and re-signed Hill.
In Week 13 of the 2016 season against the Detroit Lions, Hill broke his fibula and was placed on injured reserve on December 9, 2016. He played in nine games with eight starts finishing the season with 15 receptions for 149 yards and a touchdown.
On December 31, 2018, Hill signed a three-year, $8.85 million contract extension with the Saints through the 2021 season.
On December 16, 2019, against the Indianapolis Colts on Monday Night Football, Hill caught a five-yard touchdown, which ended up being quarterback Drew Brees' 540th regular-season touchdown pass, breaking Peyton Manning's previous mark of 539 during the 34âÂÂ7 victory.
On March 3, 2021, Hill was released by the Saints.
Hill signed with the Detroit Lions on March 13, 2021. He was placed on the reserve/retired list by the team on May 10.