The Facts: Jones, who was promised a contract extension this offseason, did not report today to the start of the team’s organized team activities.
Diehards Line:
Jones did not participate in offseason activities last season and settled on a contract adjustment before the start of training camp. The Falcons agreed to improve Jones’ contract after it was adjusted on July 27, 2018. Jones’ deal currently has two years remaining with the dynamic receiver scheduled to make $9.6 million in 2019 and $11.4 million in 2020. With Antonio Brown’s new deal in Oakland averaging $18 million, the Falcons will likely have to double Jones’ base salary and grant a two or three-year extension to lessen the salary cap ramifications. New York Giant Odell Beckham Jr. is the only other receiver averaging $18 million a year. Owner Arthur Blank has said that Jones would be a “Falcon for life.” Recent reports have indicated a new deal is coming. We'll continue to watch for more.