Photos: Falcons open training camp

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Photos: Falcons open training camp

Training camp opened for the Falcons Thursday in Flowery Branch.

Falcons tackle Tom Compton (right) gets a fist full of defensive lineman Brandon Williams jersey during the first day of training camp on Thursday, July 28, 2016, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton /ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons defensive end Malliciah Goodman (left) rushes against offensive guard Michael Huey during the first day of training camp on Thursday in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton /ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons coach Dan Quinn motivates his players during the first practice.

Falcons running back Devonta Freeman grabs his helmet and heads to the huddle during the first day of training camp on Thursday, July 28, 2016, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton /ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons offensive tackle Jake Matthews looks to block defensive end Derrick Shelby during the first day of training camp on Thursday, July 28, 2016, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton /ccompton@ajc.com

Linebacker Sean Weatherspoon is back with the Falcons for the first day of training camp on Thursday, July 28, 2016, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton /ccompton@ajc.com

Falcons cornerback Desmond Trufant catches a pass during defensive drills on the first day of training camp on Thursday, July 28, 2016, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton /ccompton@ajc.com

Dan Quinn talks to the team after practice.

Jim Caldwell and his sons Judson (left) and Nathan watch the first day of training camp from the hill.

Falcons safety Ricardo Allen calls a defense during the first day of training camp on Thursday, July 28, 2016, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton /ccompton@ajc.com

The Falcons take to the field for the first day of training camp Thursday.

Falcons backup quarterback Matt Schaub throws a pass during the first day of training camp on Thursday, July 28, 2016, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton /ccompton@ajc.com

Linebacker Paul Worrilow ends the first day of training camp with a kiss for his 15-month-old daughter Juliet.

Center Alex Mack points out the defense as quarterback Matt Ryan takes the snap.

Devonta Freeman hauls in a long touchdown pass from Matt Ryan.

Freeman heads toward the end zone.

Dan Quinn keeps a watchful eye on practice.

Matt Ryan throws a pass while offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan watches.

Falcons running back Tevin Coleman catches a long over-the-shoulder touchdown pass.

Falcons free safety Brian Poole makes a one handed catch.

Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan gives wide receiver Julio Jones five after a pass play.

Falcons cornerback Robert Alford intercepts a pass during drills on the first day of training camp on Thursday, July 28, 2016, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton /ccompton@ajc.com

Former Georgia Bulldog tight end Arthur Lynch (center) heads to the practice field.

Falcons head coach Dan Quinn confers with offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan.

Rooke wide receiver J.D. McKissic makes a one handed catch.

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Falcons tackle Tom Compton (right) gets a fist full of defensive lineman Brandon Williams jersey during the first day of training camp on Thursday, July 28, 2016, in Flowery Branch. Curtis Compton /ccompton@ajc.com

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