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Falcons Add Ex-Top-10 Pick C.J. Henderson to Secondary as UDFA Bryant Faces Hamstring Setback

Jessie Bates will anchor Atlanta’s young defensive backfield as management assesses depth with a hamstring setback for UDFA Cobee Bryant.

Oct 29, 2023; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers cornerback CJ Henderson (23) on the field in the third quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Former Jaguars first-round cornerback C.J. Henderson is set to join the Falcons after choosing Atlanta over multiple suitors, bolstering depth opposite A.J. Terrell.
  • Undrafted free agent Cobee Bryant is sidelined with a hamstring injury and listed week-to-week, putting his chances for a 53-man roster spot on hold.
  • All-Pro safety Jessie Bates is expected to mentor a defense loaded with rookies like pass rushers Jalon Walker and James Pearce Jr. along with draftees Watts and Billy Bowman Jr.
  • Atlanta continues to explore veteran cornerback additions, with analyst speculation around a potential deal for veteran “Douglas” remaining unconfirmed.
  • The Falcons’ secondary strategy blends high-draft capital, UDFA signings and bargain veteran pickups to fortify a youthful backfield.