The Facts: Jones has elected to not attend Falcons OTAs. While the Falcons are in the position of stressing the importance of offseason training, they also are intent upon minimizing Jones’ opt-out. Just how much does someone with seven years and 9,054 yards invested in his pro career really need to be here in May? Jones’ quarterback was left to speak on behalf of his star receiver Wednesday. “[Jones] and I keep in touch all the time. He’s in great shape and he’s going to be well prepared and ready to go for the season,” Matt Ryan said, beginning a litany of assurances.

Diehards Line: Ryan, to the surprise of no one, betrayed not the slightest worry about Jones' absence. Yeah, these sessions mean something. But then again, maybe not. “About being on the same page: We’ve played together for a long time and when he’s healthy and when he feels good, like he does right now, it’s very easy to get on the same page,” Ryan said of Jones. “He’s so talented. We’re fine. I think we’re in a good spot. We’ll get in some good work before the season starts, like we always do.” The amount of one-on-one time Ryan and his leading receiver have gotten this offseason is something of a secret. “It’s really nobody else’s business,” Ryan said. But he added that he would be throwing to him more, somewhere, sometime. Just don’t ask where or when. And is there any concern going forward? “No, no concern. He’s been one of the best competitors I’ve ever been around. He’s always been extremely well prepared going into seasons, going into games. We’ll be ready to go when July comes up.”