ESPN's Dianna Russini reported early Thursday morning the Atlanta Falcons have a first-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft offer on the table for Pro Bowl wide receiver Julio Jones.
Prior to the NFL Draft, reports surfaced saying the Falcons were taking calls from teams interested in trading for Jones. On Monday, the news cycle regarding Jones and his future in Atlanta hit the next level after the 32-year-old commented on the situation during a call with FS1’s Shannon Sharpe.
Sharpe asked Jones on his morning show "Undisputed" if he wanted to go the Cowboys after a photo of Jones in a Dallas sweatshirt went viral over the weekend or stay in Atlanta. Here was Jones' response:
"I'm outta there," Jones said. Sharpe then asked Jones where he wanted to go and the seven-time Pro Bowler said, "I want to win."
Russini also reported that there has been a "surge" of interest from teams on Jones and the sense around the league is that he could be dealt in the next week.
Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot has said for a month now the organization holds Jones in high regard. Fontenot also acknowledged the cap situation his team is in and as a result they will have to make some tough decisions. Head coach Arthur Smith was asked about the recent matter with Jones on Tuesday and had no comment.
Take a look at the best images from Day 2 of OTAs.
Atlanta Falcons free safety Erik Harris #23 makes an interception during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Foye Oluokun #54 runs with defensive end Steven Means #55 during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons defensive back Kendall Sheffield #20 looks on during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons free safety Erik Harris #23 looks on during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett #97 gestures during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons offensive lineman Drew Dalman #67 in action during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Chris Slayton #79 works during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons safety Richie Grant #27 in action during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons cornerback Fabian Moreau #22 in action during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons cornerback Avery Williams #35 looks on during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons Vice President of player personnel Kyle Smith talks with general manager Terry Fontenot during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones #45 looks on with defensive tackle Grady Jarrett #97 during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons center Matt Hennessy #61 works during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons running back Tony Brooks-James #36 in action during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons defensive back T.J. Green #39 looks on during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 calls for the snap during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts #8 prepares for the snap during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons safety Jaylinn Hawkins #32 hydrates during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith looks on during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons safety Jaylinn Hawkins #32 hydrates during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons defensive back T.J. Green #39 looks on during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones #45 gestures during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones #45 and outside linebacker Brandon Copeland #51 in action during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Austin Trammell #82 runs the ball during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons tight end John Raine #89 runs the ball during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons safety Jaylinn Hawkins #32 looks on during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith talks with quarterback Matt Ryan #2 during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Feleipe Franks #15 calls for the snap during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons tight end Hayden Hurst #81 talks to Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts #8 and tight end Jaeden Graham #87 during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons defensive lineman Ta'Quon Graham #95 works during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons safety Richie Grant #27 looks on during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Frank Darby #88 talks to Atlanta Falcons running back Javian Hawkins #25 during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons tight end Hayden Hurst #81 looks on during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
The helmet of Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Frank Darby #88 during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Running backs gesture during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons defensive lineman Ta'Quon Graham #95 works during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 works during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts #8 makes a catch during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Greg Dortch #16 puts on his helmet during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 throws the ball during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons defensive end Steven Means #55 works during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Kobe Jones #49 looks on during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons defensive end Steven Means #55 works during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons defensive end Marlon Davidson #90 looks on during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons outside linebacker Barkevious Mingo #52 works during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons defensive lineman Ta'Quon Graham #95 works during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett #97 works during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons defensive lineman Olive Sagapolu #69 during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts #8 in action during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons tight end Parker Hesse #46 during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons defensive end John Cominsky #50 in action during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons defensive line coach Gary Emanuel during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons defensive lineman Olive Sagapolu #69 during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts #8 in action during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Chris Slayton #79 in action during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett #97 in action during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons tight end Ryan Becker #80 and tight end Hayden Hurst #81 work during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons tight end Jaeden Graham #87 in action during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons defensive lineman Eli Ankou #98 in action during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons cornerback Darren Hall #34 works during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons offensive lineman Drew Dalman #67 works with offensive lineman Joe Sculthorpe #65 during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons running back Tony Brooks-James #36 looks on during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Christian Blake #13 in action during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Greg Dortch #16 works during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons fullback Keith Smith #40 makes a catch during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Tajae Sharpe #83 makes a catch during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons running back Tony Brooks-James #36 makes a catch during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith smiles during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons fullback Keith Smith #40 dances during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons running back Tony Brooks-James #36 makes a catch during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons defensive back Kendall Sheffield #20 works during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons fullback Keith Smith #40 dances during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons fullback Keith Smith #40 dances during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 throws the ball to Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Russell Gage #14 during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Mykal Walker #43 walks with linebacker Foye Oluokun #54 during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith smiles during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Russell Gage #14 gestures during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons safety Jaylinn Hawkins #32 and cornerback Darren Hall #34 gesture during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
Atlanta Falcons running back Caleb Huntley #42 runs the ball during organized team activities in Phase III of the Atlanta Falcons offseason program on May 26, 2021.
