Oakland has waived the former Pro Bowl quarterback less than eight months after acquiring him in a trade with Atlanta and giving him a $70 million, seven-year contract.
In his eight-game tenure with the Raiders, Hall was beaten 40 times for 552 yards on 66 passes thrown his way, according to data compiled by STATS LLC. He's given up more yards than any defender this season and is tied for third worst in catches allowed.
Hall said earlier this season that it took him time to adapt to Oakland's man-to-man style of defense after being able to freelance frequently while playing zone with the Falcons. He had 17 interceptions in his four seasons in Atlanta, making the Pro Bowl in 2005 and '06. He had three interceptions this year.
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Michael Jenkins (12) catches a touchdown pass in front of Oakland Raiders cornerback DeAngelo Hall (23) in the first quarter of their NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday. / photo: Associated Press
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