Falcons' Julio Jones misses practice Friday

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones missed team practice for the third consecutive day Friday as he continues to deal with a hip injury.

The hope was that Jones would be ready for Sunday's division showdown with the New Orleans Saints after sitting out last week's loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, but his status remains in question.

Jones has a team-leading 1,428 receiving yards to go with six touchdowns, and his return in any capacity would help the Falcons' chances in what is a must-win game.