Atlanta Falcons News: Observations from rookie minicamp

Aug 1, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; The helmet of Atlanta Falcons tight end Mickey Shuler (not shown) sits on the field while he and other players sign autographs after practice during training camp at the Flowery Branch Training Facility. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 1, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; The helmet of Atlanta Falcons tight end Mickey Shuler (not shown) sits on the field while he and other players sign autographs after practice during training camp at the Flowery Branch Training Facility. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports /
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Good morning, Falcons fans. With rookie minicamp over, the newest additions of the Atlanta Falcons roster have now had their introductions to the team and will now be integrated with the veterans this week. The road to the 2016 is well and truly on, and we’re just 17 1/2 weeks away from the season opener between the Carolina Panthers and Denver Broncos.

As you sip your coffee this

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Monday morning, sit back and enjoy these Atlanta Falcons articles from around the web.

5 things we learned from Falcons rookie minicamp — Jeanna Thomas of The Falcoholic

Here’s some great takeaways from the Falcons rookie minicamp, from Deion Jones’ relationship with De’Vondre Campbell to Dan Quinn’s opinion on the weekend. Some really great insight in here.

Falcons Swap In Three Undrafted Rookies From Tryouts — Aaron Freeman of FalcFans.com

The Falcons have made some changes to the roster following rookie minicamp, signing three tryout guys. There is still one spot remaining on the 90-man roster, perhaps opening the door for veteran cornerback Leon Hall to step in. Let the speculation begin.

Falcons’ Deion Jones confident about being man in the middle — Vaughn McClure of ESPN

Deion Jones understands he has a lot to learn if he will play a key role at middle linebacker in 2016, but he is feeling more confident at the position with each practice. It’s going to be interesting to follow when Jones ultimately lines up early on.

Next: How many tight ends will the Falcons keep?

Video: Falcons coach Dan Quinn impressed by rookies at minicamp — Vaughn McClure of ESPN

The rookie minicamp has come and gone, and Dan Quinn is impressed with what he’s seen from the newest members of the Atlanta Falcons. It’s early days for these young players, but they have now had their inductions at Flowery Branch.