When Danielle Hunter, a prominent pass rusher, opted to join the Texans in free agency, it’s reported that his decision wasn’t solely influenced by the highest financial offer. According to ESPN’s Stephen Holder, the Colts purportedly made a higher monetary offer to Hunter than what he eventually accepted with the Texans.
Hunter’s contract with the Texans spans two years and is valued at $49 million, with $48 million guaranteed. The exact amount offered by the Colts remains undisclosed, and it’s unclear if factors such as the structure of the contract or Texas’ lack of state income tax influenced Hunter’s decision in favor of the Texans.
Nevertheless, Hunter may have prioritized playing in Houston even if the financial offers were similar. This inclination could be attributed to his deep ties to the Houston area, where he spent much of his childhood. Hunter emphasized the significance of being close to friends and family upon signing with the Texans.
Expressing his sentiment, Hunter remarked, “It means a lot. It’s an honor to be able to come back and play in front of my family and all the people that I grew up with. I know they’ve been pretty excited about the news lately. They’ll finally be able to come to a game and see me play.”
The Texans are optimistic that Hunter’s addition will bolster their competitiveness in the AFC South, and they may anticipate that the Colts rue their missed opportunity in securing him.