MIKE HUGHES NEWS

Playing Sunday vs. Minnesota Hughes (neck) is active for Sunday's game against the Vikings.

Impact Hughes missed the Falcons' last two games due to a neck injury he suffered in Week 10 against the Saints. He was a full participant in practice all week, and he's progressed in his recovery enough to return to action Sunday. Hughes will reclaim his starting outside corner spot from Clark Philips.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Listed questionable for Sunday Hughes (neck) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Vikings.

Impact Hughes was a full participant in practice this week but still gets slapped with the questionable tag for Week 14. He was injured in Week 10 and has missed the Falcons' last two games. Clark Phillips has been filling in at cornerback in Hughes' absence.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Past neck issue Hughes (neck) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Hughes missed the Falcons' last two games due to a neck injury sustained in a Week 10 loss to the Saints, but Wednesday's full practice session suggests that he's since recovered. With Hughes back at full health, he's expected to start opposite A.J. Terrell as part of Atlanta's top outside cornerback duo in Week 14, when the Falcons travel to Minnesota.

DECEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Week 13 Hughes (neck) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chargers.

Impact Despite participating in Friday's practice in a full capacity, Hughes will miss his second straight game due to a neck injury he suffered against the Saints in Week 10. While he won't play Sunday, the fact he was able to practice this week is a good sign that Hughes should be able to return for Week 14 against the Vikings on Sunday, Dec. 8. Clark Phillips will likely serve as the Falcons' second starting outside corner Sunday alongside A.J. Terrell due to Hughes' injury.

NOVEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons injury report: Mike Hughes ruled out, Younghoe Koo questionable vs. Chargers The Atlanta Falcons released their game report for Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Chargers and two players have been ruled out for th...

NOVEMBER 29 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Still nursing neck issue Hughes (neck) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Daniel Flick of SI.com reports.

Impact The veteran cornerback was held out of the Falcons' Week 11 loss to the Broncos after sustaining a neck injury the week prior. Hughes has appeared in 10 games this season, recording 46 total tackles and three passes defended. If he's forced to miss his second consecutive game with this neck issue in a Week 13 matchup against the Chargers, expect Clark Phillips to see additional work in Atlanta's secondary.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons injury report: Darnell Mooney, Mike Hughes among 12 players limited The Falcons held their first practice Wednesday in preparation for Sunday's home game against the Chargers.

NOVEMBER 27 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Won't play Sunday Head coach Raheem Morris told reporters Friday that Hughes (neck) won't play in Sunday's matchup against the Broncos, Amna Subhan of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Hughes was unable to practice both Thursday and Friday after sustaining a neck injury in the Falcons' Week 10 loss to the Saints, so it's no surprise he's been ruled out for Week 11. Expect Kevin King and Clark Phillips to see increased work with Atlanta's first-team defense while Hughes is sidelined Sunday.

NOVEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't practice Thursday Hughes (neck) was listed as a DNP on Thursday's injury report, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Hughes was listed as a limited participant in Wednesday's estimated injury report, but he was held out of practicing with helmets and pads Thursday. Hughes is recovering from a neck injury that knocked him out of the Falcons' Week 10 game over the Saints, and if he doesn't practice Friday, he'll likely be sidelined for Sunday's game against the Broncos.

NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Estimated as limited Wednesday Hughes (neck) was listed as a limited participant on Wednesday's estimated injury report, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Hughes left Sunday's game against the Saints due to a neck injury, but an MRI on Monday came back clean, which cleared the 2018 first-round pick to practice this week. Wednesday's session was a walkthrough, so his practice participation over the next two days will provide a clearer idea of his status heading into Sunday's game against the Broncos.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Gets clear MRI Hughes underwent an MRI on his neck Monday and has been cleared to practice, Daniel Flick of SI.com reports.

Impact Hughes suffered the injury in Sunday's loss to the Saints and his clear MRI is good news for the UCF product. It's not clear though if he's all set to play Sunday against the Broncos. A more specific answer to that question will likely come when the Falcons release their first injury report Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Exits Week 10 with neck injury Hughes hurt his neck in Sunday's game against New Orleans and is questionable to return, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Hughes was hurt in the first half and has since been deemed questionable to return. He was replaced at cornerback by Clark Phillips. Hughes has been a key member of Atlanta's secondary this season, tallying 45 tackles (38 solo) and three defensed passes over nine contests entering Sunday.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Eventful day in win Hughes notched seven solo tackles during Sunday's 26-24 win over the Saints.

Impact Hughes has recorded at least five tackles in each game thus far, totaling 25 stops. He has adjusted to playing outside cornerback well and is on pace for a career-high campaign. He notched a career-high 51 tackles in 2022 while playing for the Lions.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Posts seven tackles in Week 1 Hughes registered seven solo tackles during Sunday's 18-10 loss to the Steelers.

Impact Hughes was Atlanta's slot cornerback last season, but he's shifted outside this year, operating as the No. 2 CB opposite A.J. Terrell. Hughes was briefly benched for Clark Phillips in Week 1, and Kevin King, who was up from the practice squad, also saw two defensive snaps, so it's unclear how safe Hughes' starting role is. Regardless, Hughes played 57 of Atlanta's 68 defensive snaps and will have some IDP value as long as he's on the field that often.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Posts sevens tackles in Week 1 Hughes registered seven solo tackles during Sunday's 18-10 loss to the Steelers.

Impact Hughes was Atlanta's slot cornerback last season, but he's shifted outside this year, operating as the No. 2 CB opposite A.J. Terrell. Hughes was briefly benched for Clark Phillips in Week 1, and Kevin King, who was up from the practice squad, also saw two defensive snaps, so it's unclear how safe Hughes' starting role is. Regardless, Hughes played 57 of Atlanta's 68 defensive snaps and will have some IDP value as long as he's on the field that often.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Working at outside CB Hughes is the starting cornerback opposite A.J. Terrell to begin training camp, Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports.

Impact Hughes is working ahead of second-year CB Clark Phillips and veteran Kevin King, but Kendall added the Falcons may be in the market for a free-agent cornerback, noting Xavien Howard, Stephon Gilmore, Adoree' Jackson and J.C. Jackson are all still available. Hughes operated mostly as a slot cornerback while mixing in some return duties last year, his first in Atlanta.

JULY 29 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 12 • 247SPORTS.COM

Falcons' Mike Hughes clears concussion protocol, removed from injury report The Falcons announced Saturday that cornerback Mike Hughes cleared the NFL’s concussion protocol and was removed from the injury report for...

JANUARY 6 • AJC.COM

Being evaluated for concussion Hughes is being evaluated for a concussion and is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Bears, Terrin Waack of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Hughes appeared to sustain a head injury in the third quarter and was taken to the medical tent to be evaluated for a concussion. He leaves the game with three tackles (two solo).

DECEMBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons' injury report: Mack Hollins, Mike Hughes questionable Hollins has missed the past two games. Hughes was injured Sunday against the Saints.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • AJC.COM

Falcons injury report: Arthur Smith announces game designations for Mack Hollins, Mike Hughes for Week 13 game against New York Jets Wide receiver Mack Hollins and cornerback Mike Hughes are questionable for Jets faceoff.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Returns to action Sunday Hughes (hand) is back in the game Sunday after leaving earlier in the first half, Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports.

Impact Hughes should return to his backup right corner role behind Jeff Okudah. The sixth-year pro has three tackles in the game and nine this season.

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons Coach Explains Hughes' Development as Punt Returner Atlanta Falcons special teams coordinator Marquice Williams spoke about the unique attributes that help cornerback Mike Hughes develop into...

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

'I Feel Ready!' Falcons DB Mike Hughes Injury Status Uncertain vs. Panthers Atlanta Falcons cornerback Mike Hughes detailed his injury recovery and discussed whether he feels capable of playing this Sunday versus the...

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Camp report: Tre Flowers, Mike Hughes step in with Jeff Okudah out Veterans took first-team reps opposite A.J. Terrell with Jeff Okudah sidelines due to an ankle injury

AUGUST 5, 2023 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM