ANALYSIS: With Rashid Shaheed and Bub Means on injured reserve and Chris Olave in concussion protocol, Taysom Hill is primed for an expanded role in the New Orleans Saints offense this week.

The Saints' top receiving options are dealing with significant injuries, giving Hill a solid chance to see more targets in the passing game. The 34-year-old posted four catches for 41 yards in his last match, showing his versatility as a playmaker.

Hill's potential for increased rushing attempts is also high, as running back Kendre Miller is on IR with a hamstring injury, and Jamaal Williams missed the last game due to a groin issue.

The veteran TE's unique role as a dual-threat "Swiss Army knife" player lets him be used in various ways. In his last outing, Hill ran five times for 19 yards and scored a rushing touchdown. While the team will focus heavily on getting star runner Alvin Kamara involved, the veteran tight end should also see plenty of work on the ground.

Facing the Atlanta Falcons, who have conceded the ninth-most fantasy points to tight ends, Hill could deliver another trustworthy performance. He already saw success against Atlanta in Week 4, tallying 14.4 PPR fantasy points. Considering Olave's second concussion of the season, the Saints may look to the TE even more, making him an intriguing, high-upside start this week.