C.J. Henderson - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Falcons CB C.J. Henderson Gets Bold Vote of Confidence From Jeff Ulbrich Former No. 9 overall pick C.J. Henderson is finding a home in the Atlanta Falcons secondary after a rocky start to his career.

1 DAY AGO • SI.COM

Falcons' Week 4 matchup with Saints will be the ultimate test for C.J. Henderson The Atlanta Falcons are asking a lot of C.J. Henderson in Week 4 against the Saints on primetime.

3 DAYS AGO • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Jaguars draft bust CJ Henderson quietly enjoying a career renaissance with Falcons When the Jacksonville Jaguars drafted C.J. Henderson ninth overall in 2020, they thought they were getting a shutdown corner who could fill...

SEPTEMBER 26 • BLACKANDTEAL.COM

Stepping into starting role Henderson is expected to step into a starting role at cornerback in Week 3, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official website reports.

Impact Henderson has compiled five solo tackles and two passes defensed while playing 66 snaps on defense and 16 snaps with the special-teams unit over Atlanta's first two games of the season. The cornerback will now take over a starting role in the secondary after A.J. Terrell (groin) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Penix excited in his return as Falcons starting QB

Michael Penix Jr. says he's excited to finally be making his season debut

SEPTEMBER 22 • Associated Press

Why Falcons' 39 C.J. Henderson has a different-looking helmet than his Atlanta teammates | Sporting News He's one of three Falcons like this.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Falcons may have provided forgotten draft bust with the ultimate redemption arc C.J. Henderson came to play for the Atlanta Falcons in Week 16, and his NFL career might be very much alive.

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Falcons cornerback Mike Hughes is unlikely to return from ankle injury against the high-scoring Rams

Atlanta Falcons cornerback Mike Hughes is expected to miss a second consecutive game with an ankle sprain, leaving undrafted rookie Cobee Bryant and backup C

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Falcons' 2-game winning streak can't make up for disappointment of 8th straight losing season

The Atlanta Falcons’ second consecutive road win was accompanied by regrets that the success came far too late to save a lost season

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

C.J. Henderson's 'never-waver' mentality pays off vs. Cardinals The cornerback secured the Falcons' Week 16 victory with a late fourth-quarter interception.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Raheem Morris told it like it is while discussing Falcons' breakout star of Week 16 Fresh off the practice squad, C.J. Henderson came through right when the Atlanta Falcons needed him today,

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Former first-round pick C.J. Henderson seal game with first INT since 2022 season Atlanta Falcons cornerback C.J. Henderson jumps the route and intercepts the pass from Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett to seal...

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Bijan Robinson leads Falcons to 2nd straight win, 26-19 over woeful Cardinals

The Atlanta Falcons have won their second straight game

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Falcons' Jamal Agnew decision suddenly opened the door for oft-criticized draft bust The Atlanta Falcons released Jamal Agnew for Deven Thompkins, which is giving former first-rounder C.J. Henderson his time to shine.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Falcons release return man Jamal Agnew Atlanta signed cornerback C.J. Henderson to the active roster off the practice squad.

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

DeAngelo Malone placed on IR, Khalid Kareem signed to active roster The Falcons also signed C.J. Henderson to the practice squad.

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Returning to Atlanta The Falcons signed Henderson to the practice squad Wednesday, Terrin Waack of the team's official site reports.

Impact The 2020 first-rounder signed with the Falcons late in training camp, and while he didn't make the initial 53-man roster he will stick around on the team's practice squad. Henderson is a candidate to be elevated to the active roster if the Falcons need help in the secondary or on special teams.

AUGUST 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Cut loose by Atlanta The Falcons released Henderson on Tuesday, Terrin Waack, Will McFadden and Tori McElhaney of the team's official site reports.

Impact Henderson was brought in by the Falcons on Aug. 14 to compete for a depth spot on the 53-man roster. He played in Saturday's preseason finale against the Cowboys on Friday, finishing with one solo tackle while playing 24 snaps (22 on defense, two on special teams). Henderson ultimately didn't show enough to catch on with the Falcons, but the 2020 first-rounder has started in 32 regular-season games since entering the league and should garner interest from teams looking to add veteran depth to the secondary.

AUGUST 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

C.J. Henderson & other Falcons on preparing for the final preseason game of 2025 C.J. Henderson, Billy Bowman Jr., Mike Rutenberg and Jacquies Smith speak to the media at the conclusion of practice at the 2025 AT&T Traini...

AUGUST 20, 2025 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Latches on with Atlanta The Falcons signed Henderson to a contract Thursday, Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports.

Impact Henderson worked out with the Falcons in late July, and the 2020 first-rounder will now have an opportunity to compete for a depth spot on Atlanta's 53-man roster for the upcoming season. Henderson spent time on the Steelers' active roster during the 2024 season but did not play in a regular-season game before being placed on injured reserve in mid-November due to a neck injury. Henderson last saw regular-season action in 2023 with the Panthers, when he logged 39 tackles (31 solo), including 1.0 sacks, and two pass defenses across 12 games (seven starts).

AUGUST 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Gets look from Falcons Henderson worked out with the Falcons on Thursday, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

Impact Henderson spent the 2024 season with the Steelers, but his campaign was ended by a neck injury in mid-November. He appears to be fully recovered and is seeking new opportunities for a depth corner role around the league.

AUGUST 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pittsburgh Steelers could lose former first round cornerback C.J. Henderson is set to hit free agency after a limited time with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

MARCH 9, 2025 • PENNLIVE.COM

Sent to injured reserve The Steelers placed Henderson (neck) on injured reserve Saturday, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Henderson had already been ruled out for Sunday's date with the Broncos, and he'll now be required to miss at least the next four games. He'll be eligible to return in Week 15 against Philadelphia. The No. 9 overall pick of the 2020 NFL Draft by the Jaguars, Henderson had yet to appear in a game this season.

NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Sunday Henderson (neck) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Ravens.

Impact Henderson popped up on the Steelers' injury report Thursday as a non-participant due to a neck issue, and following Friday's DNP, he won't play in Sunday's divisional matchup. With Henderson sidelined in Week 11, expect James Pierre to see increased work with Pittsburgh's first-team defense.

NOVEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Signed to active roster The Steelers signed Henderson from their practice squad to the active roster Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact Henderson first joined Pittsburgh's practice squad at the end of last month but has yet to appear in a game this season. The 26-year-old could have a chance to make his debut Week 8 versus the Giants as Donte Jackson is currently dealing with a shoulder injury.

OCTOBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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