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Wide receiver Mack Hollins and defensive back Mike Hughes are officially inactive for the Atlanta Falcons' Week 13 matchup against the New York Jets. Hollins has been dealing with an ankle injury and missed the past two games, while Hughes suffered a hand injury in the previous game. Logan Woodside will serve as the Falcons' emergency third quarterback.
Receiver Mack Hollins and cornerback Mike Hughes are questionable for the Falcons' Week 13 game against the New York Jets, while inside linebacker Nate Landman is expected to play. Hollins has been limited in practice after injuring his ankle, while Hughes fully participated in practice after injuring his hand. Offensive lineman Jake Matthews was a full participant in Friday's practice after being limited in previous games.
Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson and cornerback Mike Hughes are expected to miss the remainder of the preseason due to soft tissue injuries. Patterson, known for his versatility and kick return skills, will be reevaluated before Week 1. Hughes, competing for a starting role in the secondary, is likely to be the team's top backup.
Former Detroit Lions cornerback Mike Hughes has signed a two-year deal with the Atlanta Falcons in free agency. Hughes started six games for the Lions last season and provided valuable depth as a versatile player who could play both nickel and outside cornerback. However, with the Lions signing other versatile pieces in free agency, bringing back Hughes would have been an overspend at the position. In Atlanta, Hughes has a clearer path to contributing and potentially starting on the Falcons defense.
The Atlanta Falcons have signed defensive back Mike Hughes to a one-year deal. Hughes, who spent last season with the Detroit Lions, played in 16 games with six starts and recorded 51 tackles and one pass defensed. He was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in 2018 and has also played for the Kansas City Chiefs.
The Atlanta Falcons have signed cornerback Mike Hughes to a two-year deal. Hughes spent the 2021 season with the Detroit Lions, making six starts in 16 games. He has experience playing both outside and in the slot, and is known for his run-stopping ability. The Falcons have been shoring up their secondary depth in free agency, including signing safety Jessie Bates III to a large contract.
The Atlanta Falcons are expected to sign veteran cornerback Mike Hughes, who was originally a first-round pick of the Minnesota Vikings in 2018. Hughes is a versatile player with experience playing both outside and in the slot, and is a seasoned special teams contributor as well. He figures to compete right away for a starting role in the secondary and has signed a two-year deal with Atlanta.