Falcons consider trading Mike Hughes as rookie Avieon Terrell emerges
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 5:43 AM
Last updated Oct 22, 2026
The Atlanta Falcons could trade cornerback Mike Hughes ahead of the Nov. 10 deadline as they look to elevate rookie Avieon Terrell. Hughes, who signed a three-year, $18 million contract, has started all six games this season. Terrell, drafted in the second round, made his first start in Week 7, finishing with five tackles. With A.J. Terrell returning to practice from injury, the Falcons are assessing their cornerback depth and considering moves for added flexibility and development of their rookie. Atlanta currently stands at 2-4 and is in need of strategic enhancements.
- •Avieon Terrell started his first NFL game against the Bears.
- •Mike Hughes has recorded 32 tackles and three passes defended this season.
- •A.J. Terrell is eligible to be activated after returning to practice.
- •Falcons are currently 2-4 in the NFC South standings.
- •C.J. Henderson's injury further complicates Atlanta's secondary situation.
- 5:43 AMYahoo Sports — Falcons’ Rookie Puts $18 Million Veteran as Top Trade Candidate
"Atlanta's second-round rookie has already made his first start, and a new trade suggestion could eventually put both Terrell brothers on the field together. The post Falcons’ Rookie Puts $18 Million Veteran as Top Trade Candidate appeared first on HEAVY.
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