
DE · Houston Texans
1 transaction this offseason
Height
6'6"
Weight
283 lbs
Age
26
College
Houston
Draft
Undrafted
Experience
5 yrs
DE Rank
#83 / 147
Grade Logan Hall
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On the field, Logan Hall grades out as a middling DE for Houston Texans (C- Performance). That places him 83rd of 147 graded defensive ends. The contract is harder to defend: the Contract Value Index calls it a slight overpay (D+), with the cost outrunning the output. The public read is very positive (A- Sentiment), drawn from current news and social signal rather than the box score.
| Year | Team | GP | Sacks | Tkl | TFL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | ![]() | 66 | 10.0 | 101 | 11.5 |
| 2025 | ![]() | 17 | 1.5 | 39 | 3 |
| 2024 | ![]() | 16 | 5.5 | 28 | 3.5 |
| 2023 | ![]() | 16 |
Length
2 years
Total Value
$13.8M
Guaranteed
$9.0M
AAV
$6.9M/yr
Above-replacement production at the DE salary tier earns Logan Hall a D+ Contract Value Index. At $6.875M AAV over two years, Hall is being paid as a depth-rotation pass rusher despite carrying legitimate starter potential—a mismatch that works decisively in Houston's favor. His 2025 season statistics (39 tackles, 1.5 sacks across 17 games) reflect limited impact production, which explains the C- performance grade and the below-market valuation: he was underutilized in his prior system and hasn't yet proven he can sustain starter-level snaps. However, the media consensus and fan sentiment (both trending strongly positive) hinge on one concrete variable: DeMeco Ryans' documented track record of converting underutilized pass rushers into productive starters. If Hall's athleticism finally translates into consistent pressure in Houston's defensive scheme, the Texans will have locked in a starter's production at depth pricing—an asymmetric bet that becomes a steal if the breakout materializes. The short two-year window also limits downside exposure; if the fit doesn't click, Houston exits cleanly without long-term salary commitment.
Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the D band — a quick read on where Logan's contract sits relative to comparable money.
On tape and on the stat sheet, Logan Hall earns a C- performance grade among DE peers. The 2025 season stats reveal a mixed season: 39 tackles and 1.5 sacks across 17 games represents solid availability but below-average production for a defensive end, especially one expected to generate consistent pass-rush pressure. His tackle accumulation shows he was involved in coverage and run defense, but the sack total exposes the core issue—he hasn't translated athleticism into the explosive play-making you need from an edge rusher to earn a higher grade. Hall played all 17 games, which is durable, but durability without statistical dominance slots him into a solid depth-starter tier rather than a franchise cornerstone piece. The sentiment surrounding his move to Houston sits in stark contrast: media and fans are broadly optimistic that DeMeco Ryans' scheme will unlock underutilized potential and transform Hall into a productive contributor. The gap between Hall's current C- tape grade and the A- sentiment consensus suggests the Texans are banking on scheme fit and coaching development to bridge the gap—a forward-thinking but still speculative bet on an unproven ceiling rather than proven production.
Logan Hall ranks 83rd of 147 graded defensive ends by performance. That slots Logan between Chauncey Golston (C-) just ahead and Eyioma Uwazurike (C-) just behind.
Graded higher
Chauncey GolstonNew York GiantsC-Austin BookerChicago BearsC-Kingsley EnagbareNew York JetsC-Graded lower
Eyioma UwazurikeDenver BroncosLogan Hall's move to Houston has generated significant optimism among NFL analysts, earning an A- sentiment grade from the media and fanbase. Multiple outlets have framed this as a shrewd acquisition, with five major headlines emphasizing Hall's breakout potential under DeMeco Ryans' defensive system. The strongest narrative thread centers on Ryans' proven track record of developing underutilized pass rushers into productive starters, creating legitimate excitement about Hall's ceiling in Houston. Fans appear cautiously optimistic rather than ecstatic, but there's genuine buzz about Hall finally landing in a scheme that could maximize his athletic tools. The consensus view positions this as a forward-thinking move that addresses both immediate depth needs and long-term upside. If Hall develops as projected under Ryans' tutelage, analysts believe this signing could quietly emerge as one of Houston's most impactful offseason additions.
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| 22 |
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| 2022 | ![]() | 17 | 2.5 | 12 | 3 |
Updated Jun 6, 2026
Recent seasons are weighted more heavily in the overall performance grade.
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2025
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C
2024
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D-
2023
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