55Danielle Hunter
DE · 12th season
YR 12
Current depth chart
RDE1StarterYR 12
Depth relationships
RDE155Danielle HunterSELECTED
RDE290Jadeveon Clowney→Bio
Danielle Hunter, a 6'5" defensive end from Katy, Texas, was drafted 88th overall in the third round by the Minnesota Vikings in 2015 out of LSU. Over nine seasons with Minnesota (2015–2023), Hunter earned four Pro Bowl selections and two All-Pro honors. He joined Houston as an unrestricted free agent on March 14, 2024, and is entering his twelfth NFL season. In 2025, Hunter recorded 18.0 sacks and 3 passes defended.
Danielle Hunter played 19 games in 2025 with a 71% share of defensive snaps.
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Player information
Height6'5"Weight263 lbHometownKaty, TXAge32CollegeLSUDraftedRound 3 · #88 overall · 2015 · MINExperience11 NFL seasons
Contract
$40.1Mper year · AAV
Years 1Guaranteed $39.6MCap 13.3%
#4 of 188 · EDGE market by AAV
Production · 2025
Defense
54
TACKLES
15
TFL
15
SACKS
3
PBU
3
FF
Career path
