Danielle Hunter
DE - Houston Texans
Week 15 Outlook
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Danielle Hunter had seven tackles, including 3.5 sacks, and forced a fumble in the Texans' 36-29 win over the Jaguars.
Fantasy Impact
Hunter was a key part of the Texans push to win the game, getting sacks in key moments. Further, his forced fumble led to a defensive touchdown on the final play of the game, sealing the deal for Houston. He hadn't had a sack in four games prior and had struggled to put up much counting stats on defense, making this a welcome breakthrough.
Danielle Hunter agreed to a one-year contract extension with the Texans on Wednesday, per league sources, keeping him in Houston through 2026. After inking a two-year, 49 million dollar deal last offseason, Hunter delivered in 2024, playing all 17 regular-season games and both playoff matchups with 53 tackles and 12.0 sacks. The new pact adds 35.6 million dollars in fresh money, including a 12.5 million dollar boost for 2025, locking in the standout pass rusher.
Fantasy Impact
Hunter’s 12.0 sacks in 2024 cemented him as an IDP stud, and this extension ensures he stays a Texans cornerstone—good news for fantasy stability. His every-down role and double-digit sack consistency make him a top-tier EDGE pick heading into 2025. Dynasty owners can bank on his prime at 30, while redraft players should slot him early in IDP drafts. Non-IDP leagues won’t care, but he’s a set-and-forget asset for defensive formats.
The Texans are expected to sign DE Danielle Hunter.
Fantasy Impact
Hunter will join Will Anderson Jr. on the Texans’ defensive line. The reported deal is for two-years, $49M. This addition will solidify the Texans’ defense front heading into the 2024 season.
There is reportedly mutual interest between Danielle Hunter and the Texans.
Fantasy Impact
Hunter has spent the first eight seasons of his career with the Vikings. He logged a career-high 16.5 sacks last year and recorded double-digit sacks in five different seasons.
The Vikings are unlikely to move Danielle Hunter at the trade deadline, per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler.
Fantasy Impact
Hunter is set to be a free agent after the season and the team is not able to use their franchise tag on him, so he will get the chance to test free agency. Obviously if a team were to come to the Vikings with an incredible offer, they could change their mind and look towards the future with draft capital. For now, it appears Hunter will remain a key member of the Vikings’ defense.
