Falcons sign C.J. Henderson to two-year extension
The cornerback has started Atlanta’s last six games after A.J. Terrell was placed on injured reserve.
C.J. Henderson has signed an extension keeping him under contract for two more years, the Falcons announced on November 13. The 28-year-old cornerback has taken on a starting role during his second season with Atlanta.
Henderson stepped in at boundary corner when A.J. Terrell went on injured reserve and has since made six consecutive starts. His role was more limited last season, when he spent most of his time on the practice squad and was active for just four games.
Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich praised Henderson’s response to the assignment. In comments carried by the team’s website, Ulbrich said helping Henderson reinvent himself had brought him joy and welcomed his opportunities to demonstrate the player he is now.
Henderson began his NFL career with the Jaguars, who selected him ninth overall in the 2020 draft. Jacksonville traded him to the Panthers during his second season.
