Career
He moved to Darlington, South Carolina to play his senior season at Darlington High School, after being dismissed from Independence High School in Charlotte, North Carolina. He recorded 50 tackles and three interceptions as a senior, and also scored six TDs on offense despite only playing in six games due to eligibility issues following his transfer. At Independence, he had 50 tackles and 10 interceptions as a junior.
He played in the United States. Army All-American Bowl in San Antonio, Texas.
Considered a four-star recruit by Rivals.com, he was rated as the 6th best cornerback prospect in the nation. He accepted a scholarship offer from South Carolina over offers from Florida, North Carolina and Tennessee.
Hampton redshirted as a true freshman. In 2011, he played in 10 games, recording 14 tackles, one interception and three pass breakups.
He also returned kicks, averaging 25.4 yards on seven kickoffs.
In 2012, he played in all 13 games, recording 40 tackles, one interception and tied for the team high with six pass breakups. In 2013, he started all 13 games, setting career highs in tackles (51), tackles for loss (5), interceptions (3) and pass break ups (9). Following the season, Hampton decided to forgo his remaining eligibility and enter the 2014 NFL Draft.
Hampton was not selected in the 2014 NFL Draft.
He was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Bengals on June 10, 2014 but later cut. He signed with the Baltimore Ravens in January 2015, and was released on March 2 after being arrested for driving under the influence.