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The Falcons most notable offseason moves were saying goodbye to Grady Jarrett and Drew Dalman, but there were a couple of free agent acquisitions that could surprise.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / March 12

Falcons fans can take solace in this report about NFL free agency

The Falcons have only signed three free agents, one being their own. However, none of them have been what many consider to be difference makers. Mike Hughes surprised a lot of Falcons fans last season, including me.

Atlanta Falcons News / Athlon Sports / March 11

Atlanta Falcons Re-Sign CB Mike Hughes To A 3-Year Deal

The Atlanta Falcons have re-signed cornerback Mike Hughes to a new three-year deal. The deal is worth $18 million and is guaranteed $9.6 million. FOX Sports NFL Insider Jordan Schultz first reported the news earlier on Tuesday.

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Post draft, which NFL teams have the best current QB situations?

With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.

Insider shares big Brock Purdy update ahead of start of offseason program

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Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 11

Falcons reunite with key cornerback on $18 million contract

The Atlanta Falcons’ defensive focus continues on day two of the free agency negotiating period in the 2025 offseason. Shortly after locking up linebacker Divine Deablo, the Falcons retained cornerback Mike Hughes on a three-year extension.

NFL Draft News

Insider reveals Broncos' RB target in first round of NFL Draft

Shilo Sanders fired dad Deion as his agent after going undrafted

Report details why Saints 'embraced' Shough before, during draft

Report details why Saints 'embraced' QB Tyler Shough before, during NFL Draft

NFL team executive expands on what Sanders did wrong before draft

NFL team executive expands on what Browns' Shedeur Sanders did wrong before draft

Crystal Palace News / Total Apex Sports / March 11

Atlanta Falcons Re-Sign Cornerback Mike Hughes On 3-Year Deal

The Atlanta Falcons re-signed Cornerback Mike Hughes to a 3-year $18 million contract on Tuesday. He is coming off a solid 2024 campaign with the Falcons.

Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / March 11

Falcons to re-sign veteran CB Mike Hughes

After spending the past two years with the Falcons, Mike Hughes‘ time with the team is set to continue. The veteran corner has a new deal in place with Atlanta, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports.

NFL News / The Falcoholic / December 6

Falcons vs Vikings Injury Report: Mike Hughes, Ruke Orhororo questionable to play this week

Both teams have announced game designations for this weekend’s matchup. Thank goodness it’s Friday. Both the Atlanta Falcons and Minnesota Vikings have held their final practices of the week, and announced who is possibly and not going to play on Sunday.

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / December 6

Falcons vs Vikings Injury Report: Mike Hughes logs back-to-back full practices

The second practice reports of the week. Thursday is here as the Atlanta Falcons and Minnesota Vikings held their second practices of the week. On Wednesday, we received a first look at the health of both team’s and now on Thursday we have some updates to share.

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / November 29

Falcons vs Chargers Injury Report: Mike Hughes ruled out, Younghoe Koo questionable

The final practice reports of the week have been released. Friday is upon us, as the Atlanta Falcons and Los Angeles Chargers held their final practices of the week.

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / November 15

Falcons vs Broncos Injury Report: Mike Hughes, seven others ruled OUT for Sunday

The Falcons will be without 8 players on Sunday. It’s finally Friday, as the Atlanta Falcons and Denver Broncos both held their final practices of the week.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / November 12

Falcons injuries could pave the way for highly anticipated rookie debut

The Falcons didn’t just let one escape them on Sunday against the Saints, but they also saw several critical pieces go down with injuries. Mike Hughes, who has been a complete revelation opposite of A.J.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 26

The Unsung Hero of the Atlanta Falcons Defense

Atlanta Falcons veteran Mike Hughes may not be a household name, but he has been a big-time contributor to the team’s defense in 2024. The 5-10 190-pound cornerback is entering his seventh NFL season and his second consecutive with the Falcons. According to Pro Football Focus, he is the team’s highest-graded defender with a minimum of 50 snaps.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / September 20

Falcons will find out what Mike Hughes is made of against Chiefs

Before the season, the chief concern for the Falcons defense was who would step up across from A.J. Terrell as the team’s second cornerback. To this point, that hasn’t been much of an issue.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 7

'Slept on My Whole Life': How Falcons DB Won Starting Job, Plans to Seize Opportunity

Atlanta Falcons cornerback Mike Hughes has a resume littered with illustrious accolades -- and deafening heartbreak. All-Conference and All-American selection at the University of Central Florida.