Falcons running back Devonta Freeman and wide receivers Julio Jones and Calvin Ridley take the field following Atlanta's 28-14 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons head coach Dan Quinn evaluates his players during the second half against the Kansas City Chiefs Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons tight end Austin Hooper makes a big first down gain against the Chiefs during the first quarter Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons tight end Austin Hooper goes over the top and into the end zone, catching a pass from Matt Ryan, for a 7-0 lead over the Kansas City Chiefs Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons tight end Austin Hooper catches a pass from Matt Ryan and dives into the end zone past a pair of Kansas City Chiefs defenders for a 7-0 lead during the first quarter Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons tight end Austin Hooper celebrates his touchdown with teammates in the end zone Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan and tight end Austin Hooper celebrate a touchdown during the first quarter Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, against the Kansas City Chiefs at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons safety Keanu Neal (right) is called for a helmet penalty of 15 yards for hitting Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt (with help from defensive end Brooks Reed) during the first quarter Friday, Aug. 17, 2018...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons defenders De'Vondre Campbell (from left), Takkarist McKinley and Brian Poole take down Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons first-round draft pick Calvin Ridley gets a high-five from backup quarterback Matt Schaub after hooking up for a touchdown reception for a 14-3 lead over the Chiefs During the second quarter Friday, Aug...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons fullback Ricky Ortiz watches the final minutes from the sidelines against the Kansas City Chiefs Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons first-round draft pick, wide receiver Calvin Ridley, eludes Chiefs cornerback David Amerson for yardage on the opening kickoff Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons first-round draft pick, wide receiver Calvin Ridley, catches a long pass ahead of Chiefs cornerback David Amerson for a first down during the first quarter Friday, Aug.17, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan completes a pass against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first quarter Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Falcons passing game coordinator Greg Knapp looks on as quarterback Matt Ryan prepares to play the Kansas City Chiefs Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Falcons fullback Ricky Ortiz prepares to play the Kansas City Chiefs Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan throws a pass during a NFL football training camp practice on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Justin Hardy catches a pass during a NFL football training camp practice on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons safety Ricardo Allen is all smiles during his press conference to discuss signing a three-year contract for $19.5 million after NFL football training camp practice on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, in...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons safety Ricardo Allen, who just signed a contract for $19.5 million, tosses a football as he loosens up for NFL football training camp practice on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons qaurterback Matt Ryan pulls of his glove at the conclusion of NFL football training camp practice on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons linebackers Duke Riley (left) and Deion Jones watch from the sidelines between defensive series at NFL football training camp practice on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman leads Tevin Coleman and teammates through an agility drill with offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian looking on during a NFL football training camp practice on Tuesday...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons wide reciever Calvin Ridley catches a pass during NFL football training camp practice on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons wide reciever Calvin Ridley returns a punt during NFL football training camp practice on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones breaks into laughter while talking to the media after a NFL football training camp practice on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones catches a pass during a NFL football training camp practice on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Mohamed Sanu catches a pass during a NFL football training camp practice on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Mohamed Sanu makes a one handed catch during a NFL football training camp practice on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett, the last player on the team awaiting a contract extension this year, runs a drill during a NFL football training camp practice on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, in Flowery...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett, the last player on the team awaiting a contract extension this year, loosens up during a NFL football training camp practice on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, in Flowery...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Falcons defensive end Takkarist McKinley runs a drill working with the team coming back from an shoulder injury during a NFL football training camp practice on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Falcons defensive end Takkarist McKinley participates during practice at a NFL football training camp practice on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Falcons defensive end Takkarist McKinley runs a drill during a NFL football training camp practice on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Falcons defensive end Takkarist McKinley runs a drill during a NFL football training camp practice on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones (11) after catching a ball during open practice Sunday, July 29, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Branden Camp/For the AJC

Quarterback Matt Ryan soaks in the atmosphere during the Falcons' open practice Sunday, July 29, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Branden Camp/For the AJC

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) takes a snap during open practice Sunday, July 29, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Branden Camp/For the AJC

Fans look up as the roof opens during a ceremony before the Falcons open practice Sunday, July 29, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Branden Camp/For the AJC

Linda Smoot (left) Beverly Mays (center) and Ana Brown take a selfie before attending the Falcons open practice Sunday, July 29, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Branden Camp/For the AJC

Fans make their way to Mercedes-Benz Stadium Sunday, July 29, 2018, for the Falcons open practice in Atlanta.Branden Camp/For the AJC

Light shines on Atlanta Falcons tight end Jaeden Graham as the roof opens during open practice Sunday, July 29, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Branden Camp/For the AJC

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) passes during open practice Sunday, July 29, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Branden Camp/For the AJC

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones (11) reaches up to make a catch during open practice Sunday, July 29, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Branden Camp/For the AJC

Atlanta Falcons players line up during open practice Sunday, July 29, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Branden Camp/For the AJC

Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Deadrin Senat (94) and linebacker Vic Beasley (44) during open practice Sunday, July 29, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Branden Camp/For the AJC

Fans lined up to pose photos with the Atlanta Falcons cheerleaders before the Falcons open practice, Sunday, July 29, 2018, in Atlanta.Branden Camp/For the AJC

Atlanta Falcons long snapper Josh Harris (center) talks with kicker Matt Bryant (3) during open practice Sunday, July 29, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Branden Camp/For the AJC

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Christian Blake (15) makes a catch during open practice Sunday, July 29, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Branden Camp/For the AJC

Atlanta Falcons tight end Austin Hooper (81) makes a catch while being defended by safety Keanu Neal (22) during open practice Sunday, July 29, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Branden Camp/For the AJC

Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman (24) runs the ball during open practice Sunday, July 29, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Branden Camp/For the AJC

Atlanta Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff looks on during open practice Sunday, July 29, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Branden Camp/For the AJC

Fans make their way to Mercedes-Benz Stadium Sunday, July 29, 2018, for the Falcons open practice in Atlanta.Branden Camp/For the AJC

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley (18) catches a ball during open practice Sunday, July 29, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Branden Camp/For the AJC

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones (11) stretches during open practice Sunday, July 29, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Branden Camp/For the AJC

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) looks to pass during open practice Sunday, July 29, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Branden Camp/For the AJC

Atlanta Falcons fullback Daniel Marx (40), running back Devonta Freeman (24) and offensive guard Ben Garland (63) during open practice Sunday, July 29, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Branden Camp/For the AJC

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley (18) makes a catch during open practice Sunday, July 29, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Branden Camp/For the AJC

Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman (24) makes a catch while being defended by linebacker Emmanuel Smith (53) during open practice Sunday, July 29, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Branden Camp/For the AJC

Atlanta Falcons players run a drill during open practice Sunday, July 29, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Branden Camp/For the AJC

Julio Jones reacts to catching a touchdown pass on the opening day of training camp Friday in Flowery Branch. The star receiver reported to camp Thursday after receiving a contract adjustment from the team late...

Julio Jones sports a new eye-shield facemask visor on Friday's opening day of training camp. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Julio Jones talks to the media at the end of Friday's practice on the opening day of Falcons' training camp. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Julio Jones walks to the poduim to meet the media. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Julio Jones gives Matt Ryan a chest bump with quarterbacks coach Greg Knapp looking on. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Julio Jones chats with Falcons owner Arthur Blank. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Julio Jones gets a hand shake from head coach Dan Quinn. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Julio Jones catches a pass against cornerback Desmond Trufant. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons President and CEO Rich McKay and general manager Thomas Dimitroff look on as Julio Jones catches a pass. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Receivers Calvin Ridley (from left), Marvin Hall, Justin Hardy, Mohamed Sanu and Julio Jones watch the action with quarterback Matt Ryan. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons fans look on as Julio Jones goes up for a catch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian chats with Julio Jones. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Julio Jones leads the wide receivers through an agility drill. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

A trainer helps Julio Jones get loose. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Julio Jones looks into the crowd during Friday's meeting with the media. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Matt Ryan and Julio Jones confer after a play. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Julio Jones and Matt Ryan confer between plays. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons head coach Dan Quinn keeps his team moving the opening day of training camp on Friday, July 27, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

The Falcons are off and running the opening day of training camp on Friday, July 27, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Falcons wide receivers Reggie Davis and Mohamed Sanu show some moves on the opening day of training camp on Friday, July 27, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Falcons wide receiver Justin Hardy catches a pass on the opening day of training camp on Friday, July 27, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Matt Ryan throws a pass the opening day of training camp on Friday, July 27, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff and head coach Dan Quinn observe player drills during the final day of mandatory minicamp Thursday, June 14, 2018, in Flowery Branch.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian works with Matt Ryan during the final day of mandatory minicamp Thursday, June 14, 2018, in Flowery Branch.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

In a leap of faith exercise, Atlanta Falcons backup quarterback Matt Schaub lays on the ground becoming part of an agility drill while quarterbacks Matt Ryan, Kurt Benkert, Garrett Grayson and teammates step over...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Terrell McClain (right) faces off against Justin Zimmer during mandatory minicamp Thursday, June 14, 2018, in Flowery Branch.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Terrell McClain prepares to run a drill with Vic Beasley Jr. (background) during the final day of mandatory minicamp Thursday, June 14, 2018, in Flowery Branch.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

In a leap of faith exercise, Atlanta Falcons backup quarterback Matt Schaub lays on the ground becoming part of an agility drill while wide receiver Reggie Davis and teammates step over him during the final day...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan and offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian exchange a hand shake at the conclusion of the final day of mandatory minicamp Thursday, June 14, 2018, in Flowery Branch.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons head coach Dan Quinn gives his wide receivers group, missing Julio Jones, a double thumbs up as they run receiving routes on the first day of minicamp Tuesday in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...

Mohamed Sanu leads the wide receivers group, minus Julio Jones, through a receiving drill during the first day of mandatory mini-camp on Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Mohamed Sanu goes out for a long pass leading the wide receivers through routes with Dan Quinn looking on during the first day of mandatory minicamp on Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...

Mohamed Sanu gives Christian Blake five after he catches a pass from Matt Ryan on the first day of mandatory mini-camp on Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian looks on as Matt Ryan throws during Tuesday's first day of minicamp. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Matt Ryan works with wide receiver Mohamed Sanu during the first day of mandatory mini-camp on Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Matt Ryan leads quarterbacks Matt Schaub, Kurt Benkert and Garrett Grayson through an agility drill during Tuesday's first day of minicamp. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Linebacker De'Vondre Campbell runs a drill during the first day of mandatory mini-camp on Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Rookie wide receiver Taj Williams makes a one handed grab the first day of mandatory mini-camp on Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Closer view of Williams' one-handed grab. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Wide receiver Reggie Davis gets five from Marvin Hall after catching a long pass on the first day of mandatory mini-camp on Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Offensive tackle Ryan Schraeder gets in some extra work at the end of the first day of mandatory mini-camp on Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Linebacker Vic Beasley Jr. works on his rushing technique with assistant defensive line coach Travis Jones on the first day of mandatory mini-camp on Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...

Rookie offensive guard Salesi Uhatafe catches a ball during an agility drill on the first day of mandatory mini-camp on Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Rookie defensive tackle Deadrin Senat runs a drill the first day of mandatory mini-camp on Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Wide receiver Calvin Ridley runs out of bounds after catching a bomb on the first day of mandatory mini-camp on Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Quarterbacks coach Greg Knapp and offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian watch over the offense while Kurt Benkert completes a pass on the first day of mandatory mini-camp on Tuesday, June 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch...

Deion Jones (left) and De'Vondre Campbell arrive for the first day of mandatory mini-camp Tuesday in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Falcons quarterbacks coach Greg Knapp works with quarterbacks Kurt Benkert (from left), Matt Ryan, Garrett Grayson, and Matt Schaub during team practice on Tuesday, June 5, 2018, in Flowery Branch.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Falcons offensive lineman Austin Pasztor (from left), Ty Sambrailo, and Brandon Fusco run an agility drill during team practice on Tuesday, June 5, 2018, in Flowery Branch.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan gives the thumbs up after completing a pass to Mohamed Sanu with Greg Knapp looking on during organized team activity Tuesday, June 5, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman cools off with a fruit drink after team practice on Tuesday, June 5, 2018, in Flowery Branch.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley takes the field for organized team activity to work on the passing game with Matt Ryan on Tuesday, June 5, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Falcons first-round draft pick wide receiver Calvin Ridley finishes up a day of team practice on Tuesday, June 5, 2018, in Flowery Branch.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Falcons linebacker Emmanuel Ellerbee hits a blocking sled while running a drill during organized team activity on Tuesday, June 5, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Matt Ryan and quarterbacks coach Greg Knapp share a laugh while working together during team practice on Tuesday, June 5, 2018, in Flowery Branch.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian works with quarterbacks Garrett Grayson and Kurt Benkert during team practice on Tuesday, June 5, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan works with Greg Knapp during team practice on Tuesday, June 5, 2018, in Flowery Branch.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Falcons safety Kemal Ishmael catches a ball while running a drill during team practice on Tuesday, June 5, 2018, in Flowery Branch.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Falcons running back Tevin Coleman runs a drill during organized team activity on Tuesday, June 5, 2018, in Flowery Branch.  Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Terrell McClain gears up for team practice on Tuesday, June 5, 2018, in Flowery Branch.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Falcons Matt Ryan, Matt Schaub and Calvin Ridley work on the passing game during organized team activity on Tuesday, June 5, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Falcons quarterbacks coach Greg Knapp looks on as Matt Ryan throws a pass during team practice on Tuesday, June 5, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett runs a drill during organized team activity on Tuesday, June 5, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan leads the team through an agility drill during organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan looks to pass while head coach Dan Quinn watches organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons running backs Devonta Freeman (left) and Tevin Coleman arrive for organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Terrell McClain gears up to begin organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons quarterbacks coach Greg Knapp (left) and offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian watch over organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Mohamed Sanu makes a one handed catch on a pass from Matt Ryan during organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons linebacker Vic Beasley Jr. (center) is all smiles during warmups for organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: The Atlanta Falcons defensive unit runs an agility drill to begin organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons rookie linebacker Richard Jarvis runs a drill during organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons rookie linebacker Richard Jarvis runs a drill during organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons rookie linebackers Richard Jarvis, left, Brown University, and Foyesade Oluokun, Yale University, share a laugh after finishing organized team activities on Tuesday,...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons linebacker Vick Beasley Jr. during takes a knee on the sidelines during organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons safety Ricardo Allen is all smiles during an interview after organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons new guard Brandon Fusco gets some work in with the team during organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons safetys Damontae Kazee (cneter) and Ricardo Allen loosen up during organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Marquand Manuel directs the defense during organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Quarterbacks coach Gregg Knapp (left) and offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian watch over organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons first round draft pick wide receiver Calvin Ridley catches a pass during organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons offensive players Demario Richard (from left), Daniel Marx, Tevin Coleman, Devonta Freeman, and Malik Williams head to the next drill during organized team activities...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons quarterbacks coach Gregg Knapp works with his quarterbacks during organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons cornerbacks Robert Alford (left) and Desmond Trufant run a drill during organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons offensive lineman Ryan Schraeder and Jake Matthews participate in organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons new offensive guard Brandon Fusco (left) runs a drill with guard Jamil Douglas during organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian watches over organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons runing back Demario Richard catches a pass during organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons tight end Eric Saubert and head coach Dan Quinn watch a play during organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman runs for yardage after catching a pass during organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons linebacker Foyesade Oluokun runs a drill during organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Mohamed Sanu catches a pass during organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 22, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons running backs Tevin Coleman (from left), Demario Richard, and Devonta Freeman during organized team activities on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Falcons head coach Dan Quinn huddles up with the rookies at the conclusion of the second day of rookie mini-camp on Saturday, May 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 12, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Russell Gage talks to the media after the second day of rookie-mini-camp on Saturday, May 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 12, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kurt Benkert gets five from offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian during the second day of rookie-mini-camp on Saturday, May 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch....ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 12, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons running back Ito Smith relaxes after the second day of rookie-mini-camp on Saturday, May 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 12, 2018 Flowery Branch: Quarterback Kurt Benkert throws a pass during the second day of Falcons rookie-mini-camp on Saturday, May 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 12, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons running back Ito Smith stretches to begin the second day of rookie-mini-camp on Saturday, May 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 12, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons running back Ito Smith runs for yardage as fullback Daniel Marx looks to block the second day of rookie-mini-camp on Saturday, May 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 12, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons offensive tackle Matt Gono runs an agility drill during the second day of rookie-mini-camp on Saturday, May 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 12, 2018 Flowery Branch: Quarterback Kurt Benkert calls a play during the Falcons rookie-mini-camp on Saturday, May 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 12, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons linebacker Foyesade Oluokun wears “win it today” and “embrace adversity” bracelets on his wrist during the second day of rookie-mini-camp on Saturday, May 12...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 11, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons defensive end Mackendy Cheridor takes the field for rookie-mini-camp on Friday, May 11, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 12, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons rookies take the field for the second day of rookie-mini-camp on Saturday, May 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 12, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons offensive tackle Matt Gono stretches for the second day of rookie-mini-camp on Saturday, May 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 12, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons linebacker Foyesade Oluokun talks to the media after the second day of rookie-mini-camp on Saturday, May 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 12, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons defensive end Mackendy Cheridor concludes the second day of rookie mini-camp on Saturday, May 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 11, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons offensive tackle Matt Gono runs a drill during rookie-mini-camp on Friday, May 11, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 12, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons running back Ito Smith talks to the media after the second day of rookie mini-camp on Saturday, May 12, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Falcons head coach Dan Quinn and general manager Thomas Dimitroff take in the first day of rookie-mini-camp on Friday, May 11, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 11, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons first round draft pick wide receiver Calvin Ridley gears up to begin rookie-mini-camp on Friday, May 11, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian looks on as first round draft pick wide receiver Calvin Ridley catches a pass during rookie-mini-camp on Friday, May 11, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 11, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons rookie quarterbacks Kurt Benkert (left) and Bryan Scott pass during rookie-mini-camp on Friday, May 11, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Falcons wide receiver Russell Gage (left) and safety Tere Calloway share a laugh after the first day of rookie-mini-camp on Friday, May 11, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 11, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Deadrin Senat stretches during rookie-mini-camp on Friday, May 11, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 11, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons defensive end Mackendy Cheridor gets in some work during rookie-mini-camp on Friday, May 11, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 11, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons first round draft pick Calvin Ridley is all smiles at the end of the first day of practice during rookie-mini-camp on Friday, May 11, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 11, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Deadrin Senat walks off the field after the first day of rookie-mini-camp on Friday, May 11, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 11, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Deadrin Senat talks with the media after the first day of rookie-mini-camp on Friday, May 11, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 11, 2018 Flowery Branch: Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff gets in on the act throwing a pass during rookie-mini-camp on Friday, May 11, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 11, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons fullback Daniel Marx catches a pass during rookie-mini-camp on Friday, May 11, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 11, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons fullback Daniel Marx walks off the field at the end of the first day of rookie-mini-camp on Friday, May 11, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 11, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons running back Justin Crawford confers with quarterback Bryan Scott during rookie-mini-camp on Friday, May 11, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 11, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Detrich Clark walks off the field at the end of the first day of rookie-mini-camp on Friday, May 11, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 11, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons cornerback Isaiah Oliver walks off the field after the first day of rookie-mini-camp on Friday, May 11, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 11, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons safety Tere Calloway (from left), wide receiver Russell Gage, and cornerback Isaiah Oliver walk of the field at the end of the first day of rookie-mini-camp on Friday...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 11, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons linebacker Anthony Winbush runs a drill during rookie-mini-camp on Friday, May 11, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

May 11, 2018 Flowery Branch: Atlanta Falcons running back Ito Smith takes the field for rookie-mini-camp on Friday, May 11, 2018, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

The Falcons added Alabama receiver Calvin Ridley in the first round of the NFL Draft Thursday night. Ridley, whose brother plays at Georgia, caught 63 passes in 2017, 224 in his college career. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC/hshin@ajc.com

September 2, 2017 Atlanta - Alabama wide receiver Calvin Ridley (3) reacts after he made a catch in the first half of the 2017 Chick-Fil-A Kickoff game at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Saturday, September 2, 2017...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

FILE - In this Dec. 31, 2015, file photo, Alabama wide receiver Calvin Ridley (3) makes a touchdown reception against Michigan State during the second half of the Cotton Bowl NCAA college football semifinal playoff...LM Otero/AP

ARLINGTON, TX - DECEMBER 31: Wide receiver Calvin Ridley #3 of the Alabama Crimson Tide catches a six-yard touchdown pass against cornerback Jermaine Edmondson #39 of the Michigan State Spartans in the third quarter...Tom Pennington/Getty Images

GLENDALE, AZ - JANUARY 11: Calvin Ridley #3 of the Alabama Crimson Tide runs the ball against the Clemson Tigers during the 2016 College Football Playoff National Championship Game at University of Phoenix Stadium...Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images

OXFORD, MS - SEPTEMBER 17: Calvin Ridley #3 of the Alabama Crimson Tide attempts to break a tackle from Terry Caldwell #21 and Marquis Haynes #10 of the Mississippi Rebels at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium on September...Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images

ATLANTA, GA - DECEMBER 31: Calvin Ridley #3 of the Alabama Crimson Tide warms up prior to the 2016 Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl against the Washington Huskies at the Georgia Dome on December 31, 2016 in Atlanta, Georgia...Streeter Lecka/Getty Images

STARKVILLE, MS - NOVEMBER 11: Calvin Ridley #3 of the Alabama Crimson Tide catches a pass as he warms up before the first half of an NCAA football game against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Davis Wade Stadium...Butch Dill/Getty Images

ATLANTA, GA - DECEMBER 02: head coach Kirby Smart of the Georgia Bulldogs, Roquan Smith #3 and the team celebrate with the SEC Championship Trophy after beating Auburn Tigers in the SEC Championship at Mercedes-Benz...Jamie Squire/Getty Images

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - MARCH 03: Alabama wide receiver Calvin Ridley in action during the NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on March 3, 2018 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)Joe Robbins/Getty Images

NEW ORLEANS, LA - JANUARY 01: Calvin Ridley #3 of the Alabama Crimson Tide celebrates a reception for a touchdown with teammates in the first quarter of the AllState Sugar Bowl against the Clemson Tigers at the...Sean Gardner/Getty Images

ATLANTA, GA - JANUARY 08: Calvin Ridley #3 of the Alabama Crimson Tide celebrates a seven yard touchdown catch during the fourth quarter against the Georgia Bulldogs in the CFP National Championship presented by...Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images

ATLANTA, GA - JANUARY 08: Calvin Ridley #3 of the Alabama Crimson Tide fails to make a catch against Deandre Baker #18 of the Georgia Bulldogs during the second half in the CFP National Championship presented by...Jamie Squire/Getty Images

With the 2018 NFL draft just days away, let's take a look back at some of the franchise's top picks in years gone by --- 2000-09. (AP file photo)

The Falcons selected Matt Ryan with their first pick of the 2008 draft -- the No. 3 pick overall. The former Boston College standout has been the starting QB since his rookie season.AJC file photo

Matt Ryan wears a camo hat in honor of Veterans' Day while warming up to play the Seahawks in a 2013 game.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Matt Ryan was named NFL MVP for the 2016 season, the first player in franchise history to be honored as the league's best player.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Matt Ryan led the Falcons to Super Bowl LI, the second Super Bowl appearance in franchise history.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

The Falcons' top pick in the 2001 was also the No. 1 overall pick -- Virginia Tech QB Michael Vick.(AP Photo/Mark Lennihan, File)

Michael Vick was released by the Falcons in 2009 -- almost three years after playing his final regular-season game with the franchise.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Michael Vick returned to the Georgia Dome in January for the franchise's final regular-season game in the facility.Curtis Compton / ccompton@ajc.com

The Falcons didn't have a first-round pick in the 2000 Draft, so they used their second-round pick to selection USC guard Travis Claridge.AP File Photo/Alan Mothner

After selecting Travis Claridge in 2000 and Michael Vick in 2001, the Falcons added another offensive player with their top pick in 2002 -- Michigan State RB T.J. Duckett.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

The Falcons' top pick in the 2003 draft was Penn State safety Bryan Scott (shown here sacking Rams QB Marc Bulger).AJC file photo

The Falcons' first pick in the 2004 draft was Virginia Tech cornerback DeAngelo Hall.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

UAB wide receiver Roddy White was selected with the team's top pick in the 2005 draft.AJC file photo

The top pick in 2006 -- Defensive back Jimmy Williams -- became the third player in six years from Virginia Tech to be selected by the Falcons with their top pick in the draft.AJC file photo

Defensive end Jamaal Anderson was selected by the Falcons with their first pick -- No. 8 overall -- in the 2007 draft.ccompton@ajc.com

Defensive tackle Peria Jerry of Ole Miss was the Falcons' top pick in the 2009 draft.ccompton@ajc.com