Mike Hall Jr. Injury News & Updates
Keep up with the latest injuries from the Browns vs Raiders game on Sunday with our National Football League injury report.Oct 22, 2025
Appears ready for debut
Hall (knee) practiced in full Wednesday, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.comreports.
ANALYSIS
Hall has been sidelined all season while recovering from knee surgery and returned to limited practice last week. He appears to be set to make his 2025 debut in Week 8 against the Patriots.
Oct 19, 2025
Still not ready for 2025 debut
Hall (knee) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.
ANALYSIS
Hall has yet to play this season while rehabbing from offseason surgery after dislocating his knee and tearing his MCL, and his 2025 debut will have to wait at least one more week. However, it appears he's on the brink of a breakthrough after being listed as questionable for Week 7.
Oct 17, 2025
Returning in Week 7?
Hall (knee) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Dolphins, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
ANALYSIS
Hall underwent surgery this past offseason after dislocating his knee and tearing his MCL, per Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com. However, he logged consecutive limited sessions to begin the Browns' week of practice, giving himself a chance to return Sunday. If the second-year pro returns for the Week 7 contest, he'll likely operate as one of Cleveland's top reserve interior defensive linemen.
Oct 10, 2025
Won't return Sunday
Hall (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Steelers, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
ANALYSIS
The second-year pro from Ohio State is now in line to miss his sixth consecutive game after undergoing knee surgery in the offseason. Adin Huntington is expected to continue serving as one of the Browns' top reserve interior defensive linemen until Hall returns to the field.
Oct 1, 2025
Out again
Hall (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Vikings, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Hall has yet to play this season, and it's curious as to why he's not on injured reserve. The 2024 second-rounder has missed 14 of a possible 22 regular-season games to this point in his career.
Sep 26, 2025
Won't play in Week 4
Hall (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Lions, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The 2024 second-round pick from Ohio State is now in line to miss his fourth consecutive game to open the season. Expect Adin Huntington to play increased snaps as a reserve defensive lineman while Hall remains sidelined Sunday.
Sep 19, 2025
Out again for Week 3
Hall (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Packers, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
ANALYSIS
Hall will miss his third straight game to open the season.
Sep 12, 2025
Ruled out for Week 2
Hall (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Ravens, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
ANALYSIS
Hall dealt with a knee issue for much of the summer and wasn't activated from the active/PUP list until Aug. 27. He's still working his way back into game shape.
Sep 5, 2025
Won't play in Week 1
Hall (knee) won't play in Sunday's matchup against the Bengals, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
ANALYSIS
Hall upgraded to limited sessions Thursday and Friday after missing practice Wednesday. However, it still appears his knee injury will sideline him for Cleveland's regular-season opener. Adin Huntington and Shelby Harris could see increased work as rotational interior defensive linemen with Hall out Sunday.
Aug 27, 2025
Back to full health
Hall (knee) passed his physical and was activated from the PUP list Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
Hall didn't participate in training camp or the preseason, but he's ready to rock for the regular season after undergoing knee surgery in the spring. The 2024 second-round pick played eight games as a rookie and registered 14 tackles (eight solo) while averaging 28.4 defensive snaps per game.
Jul 22, 2025
Not yet able to practice
Cleveland placed Hall (knee) on the active/PUP list Tuesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Hall hurt his knee in Week 18 of last year and had surgery during the offseason. The 2024 second-round draft pick didn't participate in OTAs, though he could be cleared to practice at some point during training camp.
Mar 31, 2025
Had offseason knee surgery
Browns GM Andrew Berry said Monday that Hall did require offseason knee surgery, and Hall is expected to miss the offseason workout program, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Selected in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft, Hall was suffered a neck stinger last August and was then involved in a domestic violence issues that led to a five-game suspension. He then missed time with a knee issue, and Hall went on to play in just eight games as a rookie. He finished the year with 14 tackles (eight solo), including 1.0 sacks. Hall should be ready to go for the start of training camp later this summer.
Jan 6, 2025
Might need surgery on knee
General Manager Andrew Berry said Monday that Hall (knee) will have a "months-long" recovery timeline, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
ANALYSIS
Hall was knocked out of Saturday's game at Baltimore early by a knee injury, and it's now clear that the issue is no minor ding. With that said, Berry also said Monday that he expects Hall to be ready for the 2025 season, so there's at least hope he won't have to miss any meaningful game action before returning.
Jan 4, 2025
Will get MRI on knee Sunday
Head coach Kevin Stefanski said after Saturday's 35-10 loss to the Ravens that Hall will get an MRI on his right knee Sunday, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Hall injured his right knee early in the third quarter of Saturday's game, which was serious enough for an air cast to be placed on his right leg and for him to be carted off the field. The MRI will determine the severity of the injury and whether his recovery timeline will linger into the 2025 season. The rookie second-round pick out of Ohio State will finish his first NFL regular season with 12 tackles (seven solo), including 1.0 sacks, across seven games.
Jan 4, 2025
Won't return against Baltimore
Hall (knee) has been ruled out for the rest of Saturday's game against the Ravens.
ANALYSIS
Hall injured his knee early in the third quarter while tackling Isaiah Likely. The injury was severe enough for Hall to have his right leg be placed in an air cast and for him to be carted off the field, per Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com. Hall will end the night with two tackles (one solo), and Jowon Briggs and Michael Dwumfour will serve as the Browns' defensive tackles for the rest of Saturday's game.
Dec 23, 2024
Impresses with larger role
Hall recorded five total tackles (three solo), including 1.0 sacks, in Sunday's 24-6 loss to the Bengals.
ANALYSIS
The rookie defensive tackle made impactful plays for Cleveland's defense in his first career start Sunday, stepping in for the injured Shelby Harris (elbow). Hall recorded his first NFL sack while also tallying a career-best five total tackles. His performance in Week 16 could have earned him a larger defensive role for the remainder of the season, especially with the Browns already eliminated from playoff contention.
Dec 15, 2024
Clear for return Sunday
Hall (knee) does not have an injury designation for Sunday's Week 15 contest against Kansas City, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Updating a previous report. Hall is no longer questionable for Sunday's game after being activated off injured reserve Saturday. The rookie defensive lineman is set to return from a four-game absence and will likely serve in a rotational on defense while also contributing on special teams.
Dec 14, 2024
Comes off IR
The Browns activated Hall (knee) off injured reserve Saturday, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Hall landed on IR due to a knee injury Nov. 16 and has since missed the required four games. He remains questionable for Sunday's Week 15 matchup against Kansas City but seems likely to play given his activation and an LP/LP/FP practice progression this week. If Hall does play Sunday, he would likely serve in the same rotational role he was holding down prior to his injury.
Dec 13, 2024
Could return Sunday
Hall (knee) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Chiefs, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.
ANALYSIS
Hall must still be activated to Cleveland's active roster in order to play Sunday; however, he appears to be trending toward suiting up after upgrading to a full practice session Friday. If the rookie defensive tackle is sidelined for the fifth consecutive game in Week 15, expect Jowon Briggs to serve as the Browns' top backup interior defensive lineman.
Dec 11, 2024
Designated for return
The Browns announced Wednesday that Hall (knee) has been designated for return from IR.
ANALYSIS
Hall now has a 21-day window wherein he can be monitored at practice without counting against the 53-man roster. The rookie second-round pick has been sidelined due to a knee injury since Week 9. In four appearances this season, Hall has totaled five tackles (two solo).
Nov 16, 2024
Placed on IR with knee injury
The Browns placed Hall (knee) on injured reserve Saturday, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Hall suffered a knee injury during Thursday's practice, and it's serious enough to warrant a multi-week absence, per Oyefusi. Hall will be forced to sit for at least the next four regular-season games, making Week 15 against the Chiefs on Sunday, Nov. 15 the earliest he can return.
Nov 15, 2024
Won't play Sunday
Hall (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Saints, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
ANALYSIS
Hall popped up as a limited participant on Cleveland's injury report Thursday, and he downgraded to a DNP at Friday's practice due to a knee issue. The 2024 second-round pick has recorded just five total tackles across four appearances this season. Expect Maurice Hurst to see additional work as the Browns' only backup interior defensive lineman Sunday.
Oct 12, 2024
Activated for Week 6
Cleveland activated Hall (suspension) on Saturday, Kelsey Russo of the Browns' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Hall missed the first five games of the campaign as a result of an NFL suspension for violating the league's personal conduct policy. The defensive lineman is now finished with that punishment and appears to be in line to make his NFL debut Sunday. Hall, who was selected in the second round of April's NFL Draft, will likely play a rotational role along the Browns' defensive line.
Oct 7, 2024
Suspension over, roster exemption
Hall's suspension was lifted Monday, but the Browns were granted a one-game roster exemption, giving the team a deadline of Monday, Oct. 14 to reinstate him to the active roster or otherwise release him, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Hall has opened the 2024 season with a five-game suspension and now that the Browns have completed those five contests, he can return to the practice field. The team will have the ability to evaluate him at practice during the week and add him to the active roster before Sunday's matchup with the Eagles. The Browns took Hall in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft after a successful collegiate career at Ohio State and he'll now finally be able to make his professional debut.
Oct 1, 2024
Suspended five games
Hall (neck) has been suspended by the NFL for five games for violating the Personal Conduct Policy, Dan Graziano of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Hall was on the Commissioner's Exempt List after being charged with domestic violence in mid-August. Because Hall was on that List -- in accordance with the Personal Conduct Policy -- all four of the regular season games he has missed will be credited against his suspension. As such, the rookie second-round pick will be eligible to return to team activities following the Browns' Week 5 game against the Commanders on Oct. 6.
Aug 27, 2024
Placed on exempt list
Hall (neck) was placed on the commissioner's exempt list Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
Hall is facing a serious domestic violence allegation from an incident in mid-August. He suffered a neck stinger during practice a few days after, but he'll likely be healthy long before he's eligible to play.
Aug 15, 2024
Suffers neck stinger
Hall suffered a neck stinger during Wednesday's practice, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
ANALYSIS
Hall was charged with domestic violence earlier this week following an alleged domestic dispute Monday night. He's now dealing with an injury and figures to miss some practice/preseason time.
Aug 13, 2024
Charged with domestic violence
Hall has been arrested following an alleged domestic dispute Monday night, WFAN's Daryl Ruiter reports.
ANALYSIS
Hall has been charged with domestic violence and is scheduled to appear in court Tuesday. The Browns drafted him 54th overall in the second round this April.
Download the app