Darren L. Hughes (born June 3, 1967) is an American former professional football player who played seven seasons in the Arena Football League (AFL) with the Memphis Pharaohs, Connecticut Coyotes, Charlotte Rage, Florida Bobcats and Los Angeles Avengers.
[2] Hughes was selected by the Minnesota Vikings in the 12th round, with the 313th overall pick, of the 1991 NFL draft as a wide receiver.
[4] In February 1992, the Vikings allocated him to the World League of American Football (WLAF) to play for the Ohio Glory.
[1] He appeared in 11 games for the Memphis Pharaohs of the Arena Football League (AFL) in 1995, accumulating 60 receptions for 939 yards and 13 touchdowns, 27 solo tackles, four assisted tackles, three interceptions, five pass breakups, fumble recovery, and three kick returns for 27 yards and one touchdown.
[9] He played in seven games for the Pharaohs during the 1996 season, catching 30 passes for 431 yards and ten touchdowns while also posting solo tackle.
[11] On November 26, 1996, Hughes, Arnold Campbell, and Pierre Hixon were traded to the Florida Bobcats for Fran Papasedero.
[15] Hughes played in 13 games for the Bobcats for the third consecutive season in 2000, accumulating 20 receptions for 195 yards and one touchdown, 18 solo tackles, four assisted, one interception, and three pass breakups.