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Monday, July 10, 2006
Falcons in holding pattern
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Things with the Falcons are pretty quiet right now but soon, the temperature on news and activity will start to rise.
Based on some conversations I’ve had with some agents and team staff members, it’s not likely that draft pick signings will begin until next week. That’s pretty much the case around the NFL, although some teams have penned some deals.
With no first-round pick to sign — cornerback Jimmy Williams, a second-rounder, is on record saying he’ll be signed in time — there shouldn’t be any holdouts when Falcons camp starts July 27.
Also, it appears that Falcons won’t be bringing in any veteran field goal kickers until they are well into training camp. I’ve spoken to enough people who feel they can groom either Zac Derr or Tony Yelk, although neither has ever kicked in an NFL game. Seems a little risky with the potential for so many close games this season, but vets Paul Edinger and Todd Peterson are still unsigned.
A few teams likely will release some veteran kickers in training camp, as well.
If something pops this week I’ll be sure to update this blog. When training camp starts, we’ll have a fresh blog every day, so stay tuned.
