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.

Danielle Hunter has agreed to a one-year deal with the Vikings worth up to $20 million.

Fantasy Impact

Hunter has been the target of many trade rumors this offseason, but Minnesota found a contract that worked for both parties. The one-year deal is $17 million guaranteed and includes a no-tag clause, making him eligible for a huge free-agent contract next year. In 17 games last season, the 28-year-old had 65 tackles and 10.5 sacks.