ON THE FALCONS BEAT
ON THE FALCONS BEAT

Julio Jones held out of practice, Mack limited with calf injury

Coach Dan Quinn discusses the upcoming game against the Panthers and makes a plea for the fans to help the team reach the playoffs on Sunday. Video by D. Orlando Ledbetter
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Dec 27, 2017

Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones was held out of practice with an ankle and thumb injury, according to the team’s official injury report released on Wednesday.

Falcons coach Dan Quinn said Jones would be limited earlier in the day.

Tight end Levine Toilolo (knee) also did not practice.

Center Alex Mack (calf), right guard Wes Schweitzer (groin) and left guard Andy Levitre (triceps) were all limited in practice.

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