Cleveland Browns DL Mike Hall Jr. Expected to Be Placed on Commissioner’s Exempt List Amid Domestic Violence Charges
Cleveland, OH – Cleveland Browns defensive lineman Mike Hall Jr. is expected to be placed on the NFL commissioner’s exempt list following a domestic violence charge, according to Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com. The move is anticipated to be finalized by Tuesday.
The 21-year-old Hall was arrested earlier this month after an alleged domestic dispute involving his fiancée. Court documents reveal disturbing allegations of physical violence and threats, including claims that Hall held a gun to his fiancée’s temple and threatened to “end it all.” However, his fiancée later recanted the gun-related allegations, although the initial claims have led to significant legal and NFL scrutiny.
Despite the severity of the situation, Hall has continued practicing with the Browns and played in the team’s final two preseason games. However, if he is placed on the commissioner’s exempt list, he will be barred from participating in any team activities, and his roster spot will not count against Cleveland’s active 53-man list.
The NFL will now assess whether there is sufficient evidence to warrant a suspension for Hall, a process that could take several weeks or longer. Hall’s next court appearance is scheduled for September 10, two days after the Browns open their regular season against the Dallas Cowboys.
Hall was a standout at Ohio State and was selected in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft by Cleveland. He impressed coaches and fans during training camp and was expected to play a significant role in the Browns’ defensive line rotation this season. However, with the ongoing legal proceedings and potential league sanctions looming, his status remains in serious jeopardy.
As the situation unfolds, Hall’s future in Cleveland and the NFL hangs in the balance, with key developments expected in the coming days and weeks.
