Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan, wide receiver Julio Jones, center Alex Mack, defensive tackle Grady Jarrett, linebacker Deion Jones and safety Ricardo Allen were named team captains for the 2020 season Thursday.
Coach Dan Quinn wasn’t available to the media after the team’s scrimmage.
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