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Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / December 22
Falcons Add Rookie Defensive Back
FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons have signed rookie UDFA safety Tysheem Johnson to their practice squad, per an announcement from the team on Monday afternoon.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / December 22
Watch: C.J. Henderson Slams the Door as Falcons Hold Off Cardinals
GLENDALE – The Atlanta Falcons slammed the door on the Arizona Cardinals, courtesy of an unlikely hero: journeyman cornerback C.J. Henderson. Time was winding down late in the fourth quarter at State Farm Stadium, and the Falcons were clinging to a seven-point lead over the Cardinals.
NFL News / Florida Gators on SI / December 20
Former Gators DB Elevated To Atlanta Falcons Active Roster
After spending the past month on the Atlanta Falcons’ practice squad, a former Florida Gators defensive back will be returning to the NFL. According to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo, the Atlanta Falcons have elevated C.J.
The '5+ rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz
How many of the players to rush for at least five touchdowns in six or more seasons since the AFL/NFL merger (1970) can you name in eight minutes?
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 20
Falcons Waiving Veteran KR Jamal Agnew, Signing CB C.J. Henderson
Mike Garafolo reports that the Falcons are waiving veteran WR/KR Jamal Agnew, who was inactive for the team’s last game. Garafolo also reports that the team is signing CB C.J.
Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season
A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 22
Falcons Releasing CB C.J. Henderson From Practice Squad
Per Terrin Waack, the Falcons are releasing CB C.J. Henderson from the practice squad. Henderson, 26, was selected with the No. 9 overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft by the Jaguars.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / August 26, 2025
Falcons to release former first-round cornerback
After joining the Atlanta Falcons earlier this month, C.J. Henderson will not make the team’s initial 53-man roster. The former first-round cornerback is being released, NFL insider Jordan Schultz reports.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 20, 2025
Recently Signed CB CJ Handerson Already Leaving Impression at Falcons Practice
The Atlanta Falcons signed veteran cornerback CJ Henderson a day prior to facing the Tennessee Titans in Week 2 of the NFL preseason. But due to the team's schedule, his first practice wasn't until Monday.
25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season
NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.
NFL News / Florida Gators on SI / August 18, 2025
Former Gator Could Make Debut with New NFL Team on Friday
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga.-- While his NFL career so far has been anything but consistent, former Florida Gators corner CJ Henderson could find his groove with the Atlanta Falcons.
NFL News / Total Apex Sports / August 16, 2025
Atlanta Falcons Land CJ Henderson in Bold Signing
The Atlanta Falcons have signed cornerback CJ Henderson. Henderson was once considered one of the NFL’s most promising young cornerbacks. Selected ninth overall in the 2020 NFL Draft by the Jacksonville Jaguars, he entered the league with high expectations thanks to his elite speed, smooth coverage skills, and standout college career.
NFL News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / August 14, 2025
Falcons Sign Former Steelers CB
Former Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback C.J. Henderson is headed to the NFC South, signing with the Atlanta Falcons, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
Florida Gators News / Florida Gators on SI / August 14, 2025
Former Gators First-Round Pick Signs with Falcons
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga.-- After entering the NFL as a highly-touted prospect, one former Florida Gators defensive back is getting another shot to prove that he belongs at the professional level.
Atlanta Falcons News / A to Z Sports / August 14, 2025
The Falcons are set to sign a former first-round draft pick to compete in a cornerback room filled with opportunity
The Atlanta Falcons' search for the right pieces on defense continues as the 2025 regular season rapidly approaches. Atlanta has spent significant time
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / August 14, 2025
Falcons add cornerback depth in former first-round pick
The Atlanta Falcons have added to their cornerback room, signing former first-round pick C.J. Henderson just weeks before they open the season with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / July 31, 2025
Falcons host former first-round pick for workout
Safety Jordan Whitehead lined up a Falcons visit shortly after receiving medical clearance. He is not the only free agent defensive back on Atlanta’s radar.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steelers Now / November 16, 2024
Steelers Place Veteran Cornerback on Injured Reserve
The Pittsburgh Steelers have placed veteran cornerback C.J. Henderson on the reserve/injured list, the team announced on Saturday afternoon. In a corresponding move, the Steelers signed running back Jonathan Ward from the practice squad to the 53-man roster.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 21, 2024
Steelers Signing CB C.J. Henderson To Active Roster
The Pittsburgh Steelers are signing CB C.J. Henderson off of their practice squad to their active roster, according to Ian Rapoport. Henderson, 26, was selected with the No.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 25, 2024
Former No. 9 overall pick 'excited' to prove himself with Steelers
Less than 24 hours after placing promising second-year cornerback Cory Trice Jr. on injured reserve, the Steelers decided to take a chance on a former top-10 pick.
NFL News / Field Level Media / March 22, 2024
Texans sign CB C.J. Henderson
The Houston Texans announced the signing Friday of cornerback C.J. Henderson, a former top-10 draft pick. Henderson, 25, visited with the Texans on Thursday.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / March 21, 2024
Texans to sign another former top-10 draft pick
The Texans defense ranked 11th in points allowed and 14th in yards allowed per game last season.
Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / March 2, 2024
Packers could be on the verge of making a big mistake with a former first round pick in free agency
The Green Bay Packers have a few things to figure out when it comes to their cornerback room and according to The Athletic's Matt Schneidman, former first-rounder, C.J.
Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / January 1, 2024
What's Up with CJ Henderson?
After struggling to make much of an impact in one season and some change in Jacksonville, the Jaguars traded former top-10 pick CJ Henderson and a fifth-rounder to the Carolina Panthers in exchange for tight end Dan Arnold and a third-round selection.
Carolina Panthers News / Yardbarker / September 26, 2023
Panthers season could go from bad to worse with latest injury report
The Bryce Young era is off to a rough start; chances are it won’t get smoother in Week 4.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 28, 2021
Panthers HC Matt Rhule: We've liked C.J. Henderson for a long time
Rhule added that the Panthers considered selecting Henderson last year with the seventh-overall pick. They instead drafted defensive lineman Derrick Brown.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 27, 2021
Panthers acquire CB C.J. Henderson in trade with Jaguars
Carolina has been on the hunt for a new CB after 2021 first-round pick Jaycee Horn was injured in last Thursday's game against the Houston Texans.
Jacksonville Jaguars News / Yardbarker / November 19, 2020
Jaguars place rookie CB C.J. Henderson (groin) on injured reserve
Jacksonville has confirmed that rookie cornerback C.J. Henderson is going on injured reserve because of the groin injury that limited him in practice on Wednesday and sidelined him on Thursday.
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