Defensive back DeAngelo Hall plays in the National Football League for the Washington Redskins.
On February 27, 2009, Hall signed a six-year contract with the Redskins, worth $54 million, $22.5 of which is guaranteed. The deal makes him one of the highest-paid cornerbacks in the NFL.ESPN.com: Hall Returns to Skins with $54M Deal
College Football Career
Prior to playing in the NFL, Hall played college football with the Virginia Tech Hokies. He recorded 190 tackles, eight interceptions and seven receptions for 86 yards and one touchdown.
NFL Career
Drafted by the Falcons in 2004, Hall started nine games during his rookie season, due to injury he missed six of the sixteen games in 2004. However, in his second season as an pro, Hall was able to amass 65 tackles and six interceptions. This earned him his first Pro Bowl selection. He was able to repeat a Pro Bowl season in his third year with the Falcons in 2006.Oakland Raiders: DeAngelo Hall Player Bio
Hall was traded to the Raiders from the Atlanta Falcons on March 20, 2008. The Raiders released Hall on November 5. Hall signed with the Washington Redskins on November 7, 2008.ESPN.com: Ex-Raiders CB Hall agrees with Redskins on 1-year deal (November 7, 2008)
DeAngelo Hall Vital Stats
- Mahalo's Guide to the Oakland Raiders
- Pro-Football-Reference.com: Career Stats
- Height: 5-10
- Weight: 197
- Rookie Year: 2004
References
Fast Facts
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Full name
DeAngelo Eugene Hall
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Born
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Birthplace
Chesapeake, Virginia
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Attended
Deep Creek High School
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Attended Virgina Tech University,
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Major
Secondary education, physical education
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Fined $10,000 by the NFL for show of support for Michael Vick during New Orleans Saints game
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Ran a 4.4 40-yard dash at a college football summer camp in 2000
