Falcons back on practice field

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Falcons back on practice field

Falcons practice Wednesday, June 13, 2012, in Flower Branch.

Falcons players gather around head coach Mike Smith for some "coach speak" at the conclusion of team practice Wednesday in Flowery Branch. The team was on the field for non-contact drills one week before opening mini-camp.

Falcons wide receivers coach Terry Robiskie confers with wide receiver Julio Jones during stretches.

Julio Jones' cleats play tribute to New York firefighters (background) and police.

Falcons offensive guard Justin Blalock removes tape from his wrists following team practice. Blalock, entering his fifth year with the Falcons, will be the host and guest conductor of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra on Thursday night.

With the help of a team trainer, Falcons running back Michael Turner stretches his leg muscles.

Falcons tight end Lamark Brown (from left), fullback Mike Cox and wide receiver Cody Pearcy stretch during warmups.

Wide receiver Harry Douglas heads to his next drill.

Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan and wide receiver Harry Douglas go over a route.

Falcons wide receivers coach Terry Robiskie discusses a drill with wide receiver Harry Douglas.

Falcons 14-year veteran center Todd McClure, who says he is still having fun, walks off the field at the conclusion of team practice.

Defensive ends Ray Edwards (foreground) and Kroy Biermann run an agility drill.

Rookie cornerback Marty Markett (38) gets some pointers from veteran defensive back Dominique Franks.

Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones displays a firm two-handed grip while catching a pass.

Entering his second year as a pro, Julio Jones maintains his focus on the ball as he prepares to make a catch.

Falcons defensive ends Cliff Matthews (left) and Ray Edwards walk off the field.

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Falcons players gather around head coach Mike Smith for some "coach speak" at the conclusion of team practice Wednesday in Flowery Branch. The team was on the field for non-contact drills one week before opening mini-camp.

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