The Facts: Jones has yet to join the Falcons for offseason workouts, according to multiple sources, and the deletion of Falcons photos from his Instagram page fueled speculation of unrest between Jones and the team. Jones was not with his teammates when the Falcons officially began offseason workouts last week but was expected back this week. He wasn't present, however, when the players returned to the field Monday.
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The team said the deletion of the Falcons photos had to do with Jones wanting a "fresh start' on social media and nothing more. One source told ESPN.com's Vaughn McClure, the Instagram issue was to set an example for Alabama players. Beyond that, the five-time Pro Bowler signed a five-year, $71.25 million extension ($47 million guaranteed) in August 2015 and still has three years and $34.43 million left on the deal. His average from the deal -- $14.25 million -- falls below the averages for Pittsburgh's Antonio Brown ($17 million per year), Tampa Bay's Mike Evans ($16.5 million), Houston's DeAndre Hopkins ($16.2 million), Kansas City's Sammy Watkins ($16 million) and Cincinnati's A.J. Green ($15 million). According to McClure, the Falcons have prioritized signing QB Matt Ryan to an extension this offseason. Meanwhile, the Falcons have said it is important to have Jones healthy this offseason to put in the practice time with Ryan. Jones is working out with Hall of Fame receiver Terrell Owens. Jones' absence from the team will become more of a concern if he's not around for mandatory minicamp, June 12-14. ... We'll be watching for more.