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The four-year veteran started 39 games for the Buccaneers during the previous three seasons while on his rookie contract, now catching on with a Texans team with one of the top defensive lines in the league. That latter point appears to be a blessing and a curse for Hall, who could struggle to find similar playing time to what he had in Tampa considering the talent currently on the roster. Either way, he brings proven ability to a team that prides itself on their tenacious efforts in stymying the run while generating pressure on opposing quarterbacks. The financials of the contract were not yet made available.

Hall managed a career-best 66.8 PFF defensive grade in 2025 — not saying much, but he was much improved from his rookie form — and managed 26 hurries. Biggs notes that he’s scheme-versatile and said something “approaching $10 million per season wouldn’t be a surprise” based on his conversations with several agents. We did not blurb Hall at all in the final year of his rookie deal, but it appears he may be a surprise contract in free agency ahead of his age-26 season.

Otton is one of five players who entered the weekend listed as questionable who are expected to play on Sunday night. The third-year tight end who broke out for 59-600-4 in 14 games this season has missed the last three weeks due to a knee injury but will be back in the mix on Sunday night, barring anything unexpected. In addition to Otton, safeties Antoine Winfield Jr., and Mike Edwards, along with cornerback Jamel Dean, and defensive end Logan Hall are also expected to play despite being listed as questionable.

Vea was reportedly scheduled to undergo an MRI on Monday to determine the injury’s severity. No new information has been released beyond confirming the knee injury is an MCL sprain. Vea could miss time. Buccaneers DT Calijah Kancey (calf) and backup DL William Gholston (knee) likewise did not practice Wednesday, though EDGE Logan Hall (foot) was limited.

Kancey was inactive for Week 1, sidelined by his third recorded calf injury since 2023. S Antoine Winfield Jr. (undisclosed) and DB Josh Hayes (ankle) were also sidelined on Wednesday after CB Bryce Hall was sent to injured reserve on Tuesday. EDGE Logan Hall (foot) and CB Zyon McCollum (concussion) both practiced in a limited capacity, however.

Hall’s signing comes just hours before rookies are expected to report for Bucs training camp. The 33rd overall pick of this year’s draft, Hall has reportedly been bulking up to serves as a 3-4 DE in Tampa Bay’s scheme this season. An enormous presence along the defense line, Hall totaled 48 tackles, 13.5 TFLs and 6.5 sacks in his final season at Houston, on his way to first-team All-ACC honors. He’ll likely be thrust into the starting lineup as early as Week 1.

As reported by Auman, Hall played around 270 pounds during his final season at Houston, but has bulked up to 290 pounds in preparation for life as a 3-4 defensive end. Despite the added weight, Hall said he is “still moving really well” and feels good. Veteran DL Ndamukong Suh, who spent the last three seasons with the Buccaneers, appeared on over 200 snaps at DE per PFF. Currently a free agent, Hall’s ability to transition to this new scheme may spell Suh’s permanent exit from the Buccaneers.

Hall was announced as a defensive end. Hall (6'6"/283) showed up at Houston as a raw edge defender weighing 235 pounds. He transformed himself into a 6-foot-6, 283-pound tweener who can set the edge with authority or slide inside to wreak havoc in the backfield. Though his production prior to 2021 was lacking, it came together for him last year with 48 tackles, 13.5 TFL, 6.5 sacks, and an 85.0 PFF pass-rush grade. The first-team All-ACC selection recorded 83 percent of his snaps at three-tech over the last two seasons, and when asked at the Combine where he prefers to play, he indicated three-tech is where he’s most comfortable. When profiled as a defensive tackle, Hall posted enticing 90th percentile testing marks with a 4.88 40 and an elite total Relative Athletic Score of 9.40. He does a good job staying low and powering through first contact while also showing the ability to slide off blocks and get skinny in gaps against the run. Hall displays a deft jab step and likes to use a swat/arm over technique to knock opposing linemen off balance. He has the versatility to be a stout edge setter or whatever else the Bucs need along their defensive line.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers acquired the 33rd overall pick from the Jacksonville Jaguars in the first round of the draft. With a spot along their defensive line vacated by free agent DT Ndamukong Suh, Hall (6'6/275) makes some sense for the Buccaneers. Hall was viewed by many as a potential first rounder. Has fall to the second round will turn into a steal for one lucky team.

Hall (6'6/275) has received tremendous buzz throughout the pre-draft process. His size coupled with a 4.88 40-time and 7.25 three-cone make him one of the more athletic DTs in a class loaded with athleticism. Last season with the Cougars, Hall totaled 47 tackles, 13 tackles for a loss and six sacks while receiving a pass rush grade of 84.9 from PFF. He ended his time at Houston with a sack in three straight games, and generated a career-high 30 pressures on the season.