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Jamal Hill part of Texans’ linebacker competition: ‘Ready to show the world what I’m capable of’
By Aaron Wilson at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 10, 2026
· 3 min read
When Texans linebacker Jamal Hill sprinted down the field to cover a kickoff against the Arizona Cardinals last December, there was no stopping him.Hill accelerated at top speed before delivering a textbook tackle on Jalen Brooks. The force of the hit dislodged the football with the fumble poppin...
Key takeaway “Yeah, a lot of confidence,” Hill told KPRC 2.
Why this matters in The Pearland
For Texans fans in Pearland , the competition for the third linebacker job is particularly intriguing, given the team's emphasis on special teams play. Jamal Hill's standout tackle against the Arizona Cardinals last December is still fresh in the minds of local fans, who are eager to see if he can build on that momentum. As a converted safety, Hill's speed and agility could be a major asset for the Texans, and his participation in all offseason practices despite undergoing wrist surgery is a positive sign. With training camp approaching, Pearland residents will be watching closely to see how Hill and the other linebackers perform, and how coach DeMeco Ryans chooses to utilize them. The Texans' preseason games will be a key indicator of whether Hill can secure a greater role on the team, and local fans will be paying close attention to his progress.
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Category: library ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? When Texans linebacker Jamal Hill sprinted down the field to cover a kickoff against the Arizona Cardinals last December, there was no stopping him.Hill accelerated at top speed before delivering a textbook tackle on Jalen Brooks. The force of the hit dislodged the football with the fumble poppin...
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