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Jason Hatcher | Defensive Lineman

Team: Dallas Cowboys
Age / DOB:  (30) / 7/13/1982
Ht / Wt:  6'6' / 302
College: Grambling State
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Cowboys DT Jason Hatcher hopes to sign a long-term contract with the team, but the two sides have yet to discuss the matter.
Hatcher, 31 in July, is entering his eighth season in Dallas, and he'll transition from defensive end to defensive tackle in the new scheme. The former third-round pick out of Grambling State is due $2 million in the final year of his deal. Hatcher has 16 career sacks and is also solid versus the run. May 8 - 8:52 PM
Source: ESPN Dallas

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Jason Hatcher - DL - Cowboys

Cowboys DE Jason Hatcher will likely kick inside to tackle in new DC Monte Kiffin's 4-3 scheme.

"He still doesn't know where I'm going to play yet," Hatcher said. "I don't know if I'm going to be the Warren Sapp in his 4-3 defense or not." Hatcher started all 16 games for the first time in his seven-year career in 2012, tallying 51 tackles and four sacks. He made major contributions both against the run and as a pass rusher, grading out as Pro Football Focus' No. 4 3-4 end.
Source: ESPN Dallas
Jan 19 - 11:51 AM
Jason Hatcher - DL - Cowboys

Cowboys DE Jason Hatcher sustained a concussion in Thursday's game versus the Redskins.

It was a costly loss for the Cowboys, who also saw Miles Austin (hip), Bruce Carter (elbow), and Orlando Scandrick (hand) go down with injuries. Hatcher has been Dallas' most effective defensive lineman this season.
Source: Fort Worth Star-Telegram
Fri, Nov 23, 2012 12:48:00 PM
Jason Hatcher - DL - Cowboys

Cowboys RE Jason Hatcher has reportedly been "by far" Dallas' most disruptive defensive lineman in training camp.

Hatcher established himself as a starter last season and is locked in ahead of Marcus Spears and third-round pick Tyrone Crawford. Coming off a career-high 4.5 sacks, Hatcher has emerged as a do-it-all force in Dallas' defense.
Source: ESPN Dallas
Sat, Aug 4, 2012 09:08:00 PM
Jason Hatcher - DL - Cowboys

Cowboys DE Jason Hatcher (calf) doesn't expect to play until Week 8 against the Eagles.

Hatcher came down with the injury in Week 3 after an impressive start in the first two games. Marcus Spears has played well enough in Hatcher's place that the Cowboys lead the NFL in run defense.
Source: Dallas Morning News
Tue, Oct 18, 2011 03:19:00 PM
Jason Hatcher - DL - Cowboys

Cowboys DE Jason Hatcher (calf) has been declared out for Week 4.

Hatcher was never expected to suit up against the Lions after pulling up lame in Monday's win over the Redskins. Veteran Marcus Spears will start in his place. It's unclear if Hatcher will be ready to return following the Cowboys' Week 5 bye. Hatcher has been productive early on this season, notching eight tackles and two sacks.
Source: Dallas Morning News
Sat, Oct 1, 2011 02:43:00 PM
Jason Hatcher - DL - Cowboys

Cowboys DE Jason Hatcher (calf) is not expected to play in Sunday's game against the Lions.

Hatcher went down in the second quarter of Monday night's win over the Redskins and "could" be back when the Cowboys come out of their bye in Week 6. Marcus Spears projects as this week's starter, with Sean Lissemore backing him up.
Related: Marcus Spears, Sean Lissemore
Source: ESPN Dallas
Wed, Sep 28, 2011 10:52:00 AM
Jason Hatcher - DL - Cowboys

Cowboys DE Jason Hatcher will undergo a Tuesday MRI on his calf after injuring it early in the second quarter in Week 3.

"It happened, but it’s one of those things you’ve got to come back from," said Hatcher. The emerging star spent a majority of the game with his lower left leg wrapped in ice and was limping noticeably afterwards.
Tue, Sep 27, 2011 01:23:00 AM
Jason Hatcher - DL - Cowboys

Cowboys DE Jason Hatcher left Monday's Week 3 game against Washington early in the second quarter with a calf strain.

He is out for the remainder of the game. It's a disappointing way for Hatcher's night to end, as he was looking to build off his two sack performance in Week 2. Marcus Spears will shift into the starting lineup.
Related: Marcus Spears
Mon, Sep 26, 2011 09:33:00 PM
Jason Hatcher - DL - Cowboys

Cowboys agreed to terms with DE Jason Hatcher on a three-year, $6 million contract.

The athletic Hatcher will return in a rotational run-stopper role behind starters Marcus Spears and Igor Olshansky. The Cowboys also added Kenyon Coleman to replace the departed Stephen Bowen. With the defensive line sewn up, the front office is now expected to turn its attention to safety -- likely by signing Abram Elam.
Source: Fort Worth Star-Telegram
Mon, Aug 1, 2011 05:47:00 PM
Jason Hatcher - DL - Cowboys

The Cowboys are "close" to re-signing free agent DE Jason Hatcher.

Dallas missed out on Cullen Jenkins while losing Stephen Bowen to the Redskins, so Hatcher is an important signing for depth up front.
Source: Brandon George on Twitter
Mon, Aug 1, 2011 05:09:00 PM
Jason Hatcher - DL - Cowboys

The Broncos will host DL Jason Hatcher for a free agent visit on Friday.

The Cowboys already lost Stephen Bowen to the division rival Redskins, and they're in danger of missing out on Hatcher, too. Dallas' third free agent defensive end, Marcus Spears, is drawing scant interest on the market. It appears the Cowboys' pursuit of Cullen Jenkins is costing them players. In Denver, the 6-foot-6, 311-pound Hatcher would likely move to tackle.
Related: Broncos
Source: ESPN Dallas
Thu, Jul 28, 2011 07:52:00 PM
Jason Hatcher - DL - Cowboys

Cowboys DE Jason Hatcher (groin) returned to practice Wednesday.

It's his first practice since he tore his groin in Week 7. He was given a 4-6 week timetable when the injury occurred, so he'd be beating that if he comes back this week. It's no given that he'll be ready yet, though. With Marcus Spears and Sean Lissemore out, the Cowboys could use Hatcher.
Source: Todd Archer on Twitter
Wed, Nov 17, 2010 12:33:00 PM
Jason Hatcher - DL - Cowboys

Cowboys DE Jason Hatcher could miss 4-6 week after sustaining a "significant groin strain" in Monday night's game.

Hatcher is the Cowboys' fourth defensive end, behind Marcus Spears, Igor Olshansky, and Stephen Bowen. Rookie Sean Lissemore is expected to fill in, seeing his first action of the season.
Related: Sean Lissemore
Source: ESPN Dallas
Tue, Oct 26, 2010 01:32:00 PM
Jason Hatcher - DL - Cowboys

Cowboys DE Jason Hatcher may be a starter in 2011 if Marcus Spears doesn't return, according to ESPN's Calvin Watkins.

Spears was on the trade block this offseason and is working on a one-year tender. The Cowboys have high hopes for Hatcher, who will serve as a rotational end and nickel pass rusher this season. Hatcher's athleticism and versatility could lead to more and more reps ahead of Spears as the season goes on.
Related: Marcus Spears
Source: ESPN.com
Mon, Jul 5, 2010 10:18:00 AM

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