Report: Julio won't report to Falcons camp without adjusted contract
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones isn't planning to show up for training camp Thursday unless his contract is adjusted to his satisfaction, league sources told ESPN's Chris Mortsensen.
The Falcons, who are reportedly aware of their star wideout's stance, previously indicated to Jones they'd redo his deal after the season, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. Their vow to do so clashes with the club's philosophy of not renegotiating a contract with more than one year left on it.
Jones currently has three campaigns left on his deal. He's due to make $10.5 million in base salary this season, while his annual average salary of $14.25 million ranks ninth in the NFL among receivers.
A Pro Bowler in each of the past four seasons, Jones is widely regarded as one of the game's top two or three wide receivers. He posted 1,444 yards with three touchdowns in 2017.
The ninth-year veteran skipped Atlanta's mandatory minicamp in hopes of landing a new deal, but was unsuccessful.