Atlanta Falcons News: Julio Jones talks communication on offense

Julio Jones talks about how better communication is vital for the Atlanta Falcons offense, while teammate Devonta Freeman earned his way into the NFL Top 100. That and more in the Dirty Bird Daily.

Good morning, Falcons fans. We are now exactly 13 weeks away from the start of the NFL season, when the Carolina Panthers meet the Denver Broncos in a Super Bowl 50 rematch. These weeks are flying by.

There’s plenty of great Falcons content for you as ever right here in the Dirty Bird Daily this morning. As you sip your coffee this fine Thursday, enjoy these articles from around the internet.

Falcons OC Kyle Shanahan said no hard feelings with Roddy White — Vaughn McClure of ESPN

There was a lot of frustration around Falcons Nation last season as the offense struggled and Roddy White seemingly couldn’t make a significant impact on a consistent basis. Was it due to White struggling late in his career, or was it more to do with Kyle Shanahan’s scheme? Whatever the case, Shanahan says there is no hard feelings between himself and White, who remains a free agent.

Julio Jones: Improved communication key for Falcons on offense — Vaughn McClure of ESPN

Communication is vital for the offense to reach its optimum level this season, and Shanahan has made this a point of emphasis on offense. Julio Jones shed some light on how they are aiming to all get on the same page this year.

2016 Falcons roster review: the coaching staff — Matthew Chambers of The Falcoholic

We know plenty about the Falcons 90-man roster gearing up for training camp next month, but it’s also important to put the coaching staff under the microscope. Matthew Chambers does just that with his review of the Falcons coaches.

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Devonta Freeman ranked No. 50 in NFL Top 100

Devonta Freeman has landed in the NFL’s Top 100 list for the first time, right in the middle at No. 50. Should Freeman have been ranked higher? What are your thoughts, Falcons fans?