Atlanta Falcons Sign Defensive End Cameron Thomas and Cornerback C.J. Henderson to Contract Extensions Totaling $53 Million
The Atlanta Falcons secured defensive end Cameron Thomas and cornerback C.J. Henderson to multi-year contract extensions totaling $53 million as the team prepares to face the Kansas City Chiefs.
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Key points
- Cameron Thomas signed a three-year deal worth up to $33 million.
- C.J. Henderson agreed to a two-year, $20 million contract with $11 million guaranteed.
- The extensions follow recent roster changes, including the trade of safety Jessie Bates III.
The Atlanta Falcons announced a double-extension on Friday, locking down defensive end Cameron Thomas and cornerback C.J. Henderson to new deals worth a combined $53 million. According to ESPN, Thomas signed a three-year contract valued at a maximum of $33 million. Meanwhile, NFL Media reported that Henderson agreed to a two-year, $20 million deal featuring approximately $11 million in guaranteed money.
These roster moves arrive as the Falcons navigate a difficult stretch that includes four losses in their last five outings and the recent trade of star safety Jessie Bates III to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Thomas has started all nine games for Atlanta this season, accumulating two sacks, one forced fumble, and 25 combined tackles. Henderson, a former top-10 draft pick, has appeared in eight games with six starts this year, contributing nine passes defended, 41 combined tackles, one forced fumble, and one fumble recovery.
Statistically, the Atlanta defense currently ranks 22nd in the league in opponent total yards, allowing 346.8 yards per contest, and sits tied for 20th in opponent points with 24.8 per game. Despite holding a 3-6 record, the team remains just half a game behind the Carolina Panthers in the NFC South standings.
What to watch next: The Falcons return to action on Sunday afternoon to host the 6-2 Kansas City Chiefs at 1 p.m. ET.
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