Falcons release cornerback Casey Hayward Jr.

Hayward played in six games in 2022, but a shoulder injury cut his season short. Tori McElhaney

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- The Falcons have released Casey Hayward, the organization announced on Friday. The veteran cornerback joined Atlanta on a two-year deal in 2022. The deal was valued at $11 million.

Hayward played in six games opposite A.J. Terrell. Through those six appearances, Hayward had one interc