The Falcons placed Hughes (ankle) on injured reserve Thursday, Tori McElhaney of the team's official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hughes' placement on IR follows an announcement from head coach Raheem Morris on Wednesday that the starting cornerback would miss Sunday's regular-season finale against the Saints. With Hughes officially done for the year, Cobee Bryant is expected to step into a starting role at outside cornerback versus New Orleans.

Coach Raheem Morris said Hughes (ankle) will miss Sunday's regular-season finale against the Saints, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hughes will end up missing the final three games of the season and wraps up the 2025 campaign with 51 tackles (40 solo) and seven pass breakups, including one interception, across 12 starts. Hughes has two years remaining on a three-year, $18 million deal.

Hughes (ankle) is ruled out for Monday's game against the Rams, Terrin Waack of the Falcons' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hughes will miss a second-consecutive contest due to his ankle injury. In his stead, Atlanta will likely rely on Cobee Bryant to handle a starting role at outside cornerback while Deven Thompkins dominates reps in the return game.

Hughes (ankle) did not participate in Friday's practice, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Falcons held an estimated practice Thursday where Hughes was a DNP as well, which does not bode well for the cornerback's chances to suit up for Monday night's game against the Rams. With the Falcons eliminated from playoff contention, it is unlikely they will risk the 28-year-old's health by rushing him back. Cobee Bryant will likely get the start at outside cornerback if Hughes is ruled out for Monday's contest.

Hughes (ankle) is listed as a non-participant on Thursday's estimated injury report, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Head coach Raheem Morris has already stated that Hughes is unlikely to be available for Monday's game against the Rams, so it's no surprise to see him listed as a non-participant to begin Week 17 prep. The starting cornerback and kick returner looks set to miss a second straight game due to the ankle injury he picked up versus the Buccaneers in Week 15.

Falcons coach Raheem Morris said Wednesday that Hughes (ankle) probably won't play Monday against the Rams, Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hughes therefore seems set to miss his second straight game due to the ankle injury he suffered against Tampa Bay in Week 15. Rookie Cobee Bryant saw more work at cornerback this past Sunday against Arizona, as did veteran C.J. Henderson. Both could again have a defensive role if Hughes indeed sits out against Los Angeles.

Falcons head coach Raheem Morris said that Hughes (ankle) will miss Sunday's matchup against the Cardinals, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran cornerback has already been ruled out for the Week 16 contest after sustaining an ankle sprain in Thursday's 29-28 win over the Buccaneers. Hughes is a crucial part of the Falcons secondary, recording 51 total tackles and seven passes defensed and one interception in 12 appearances this season.

Hughes is questionable to return to Thursday's Week 15 matchup against Tampa Bay due to an ankle injury, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hughes was hurt in the first quarter during a Tampa Bay running play. After spending some time in the medical tent, he headed to the locker room to get X-rays. Rookie Cobee Bryant has stepped in at cornerback for Atlanta in Hughes' stead.

Hughes tallied six solo tackles and an interception during the Falcons' 37-9 loss to the Seahawks on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Hughes picked off a Sam Darnold pass that was tipped by A.J. Terrell early in the second quarter, though the Falcons weren't able to convert the turnover into points after Zane Gonzalez's 50-yard field goal was blocked by Nick Emmanwori. Not only was it Hughes' first interception of the season, but it was also his first pick since Week 1 of the 2021 campaign as a member of the Chiefs. The veteran corner is up to 51 tackles (40 solo) and seven pass defenses through 11 regular-season games.

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

EDGE Analysis

Hughes has missed Atlanta's last two contests due to a lingering neck issue, but it appears he's back in playing shape to begin Week 12 prep. He projects to start on the boundary opposite A.J. Terrell against a pass-first New Orleans offense Sunday.