Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. The Atlanta Falcons have released two-time Pro Bowl cornerback Casey Hayward.
The team announced its decision to move on from the veteran defensive back Friday, just a few days before next week's NFL Draft.
It is unclear if Hayward's departure will impact the team's draft outlook. Atlanta has invested in improving its defensive backfield this offseason with the additions of Jeff Okudah Jessie Bates and Mike Hughes. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Cornerback Casey Hayward (29) of the Atlanta Falcons walks off the field at the conclusion of an NFL preseason game against the Detroit Lions in Detroit Aug.
12, 2022. (Amy Lemus/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Hayward spent one injury-riddled season with the Falcons. He was in the middle of a two-year contract with the club.