Kyonte Hamilton was born on November 7,2002 and is an American professional football defensive tackle for the Houston Texans of the National Football League.
11 Facts About Kyonte Hamilton
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Kyonte Hamilton played college football for the Rutgers Scarlet Knights and was selected in the seventh round of the NFL draft by the Houston Texans.
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Kyonte Hamilton attended Georgetown Preparatory School where he excelled in both sports.
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Kyonte Hamilton recruited in both wrestling and football: he was ranked the second-best wrestling recruit nationally and a three-star football prospect, and committed to play both sports for the Rutgers Scarlet Knights.
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Kyonte Hamilton played football for Rutgers from 2021 to 2024, appearing in all 51 games during that time, 31 as a starter.
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Kyonte Hamilton was mainly used as a defensive tackle, but saw playing time at defensive end due to injuries to other players.
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Kyonte Hamilton won a starting role in 2022 and recorded 24 tackles, three TFLs and a sack.
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Kyonte Hamilton placed second on the team with 27 quarterback pressures.
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Kyonte Hamilton concluded his collegiate career having recorded 110 tackles, 11 TFLs, and six sacks.
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Kyonte Hamilton was not invited to the NFL Combine, although he did participate in Rutgers's pro day on March 22,2025.
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Kyonte Hamilton was selected by the Houston Texans in the seventh round of the 2025 NFL draft.