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FILE - In this Aug. 25, 2018, file photo, Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman (24) stretches before an NFL preseason football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Jacksonville, Fla. Freeman has been ruled out for Sunday’s game against Carolina because of a knee injury, coach Dan Quinn said Friday, Sept. 14, 2018. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)

Falcons RB Freeman (knee) out for Sunday’s game vs Carolina

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

FILE - In this Sept. 6, 2018, file photo, Atlanta Falcons' Keanu Neal (22) is helped off the field after an injury during the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, in Philadelphia. Falcons safety Keanu Neal will miss the remainder of the season after hurting his left knee in Thursday night's 18-12 opening loss at Philadelphia. The loss of Neal, a leader on the defense who was selected to his first Pro Bowl in 2017, is a major blow to the Atlanta defense.(AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)

Falcons safety Keanu Neal suffers season-ending knee injury

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn speaks to players during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Falcons unlikely to play starters or key reserves this week

By GEORGE HENRY - Associated Press

FILE - In this July 27, 2018, file photo, Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones walks on the field during an NFL football training camp practice in Flowery Branch, Ga. After skipping minicamp and offseason workouts, Julio Jones reported to training camp saying he has never felt better physically. The Falcons want to keep it that way, planning to hold the wide receiver out of all preseason games, including Saturday's, Aug. 25, game at Jacksonville. (AP Photo/David Goldman, File)

Falcons being extra cautious to protect Julio Jones’ health

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

Atlanta Falcons tight end Austin Hooper catches a pass from Matt Ryan and goes over the top past a pair of Kansas City Chiefs defenders into the end zone during the first quarter of an NFL preseason football game Friday, Aug, 17, 2018, in Atlanta. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)

Ryan impressive in Falcons’ 28-14 preseason loss to Chiefs

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

File- This June 17, 2015, file photo shows Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan, left, and head coach Dan Quinn chatting as they walk to the field at NFL football minicamp, in Flowery Branch, Ga. Ryan hoped to take greater advantage of his one offensive series in the Falcons' preseason opener at the Jets last week, but instead the offense fell flat in a 17-0 loss. Ryan and the Falcons get another chance to get the offense on track in Friday night's game against the Chiefs. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)

Ryan eager for second chance to get Falcons offense moving

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

New York Jets' Terrence Brooks (23) tackles Atlanta Falcons' Kurt Benkert (6) during the second half of a preseason NFL football game Friday, Aug. 10, 2018, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)

Helmet penalty flags fly in Jets’ win over Falcons

By TERRIN WAACK - Associated Press

Atlanta Falcons tight end Austin Hooper (81) makes a catch as defensive back Keanu Neal (22) defends during NFL football training camp, Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2018, in Flowery Branch, Ga. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Falcons keep close eye on position battles against Jets

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley keeps an eye on the ball while making a catch during NFL football training camp, Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2018, in Flowery Branch, Ga. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Jones is not only Atlanta’s star receiver, he’s a mentor

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) talks with wide receiver Mohamed Sanu (12) during NFL football training camp Saturday, July 28, 2018, in Flowery Branch, Ga. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

QB Matt Ryan looks to regain his MVP form with Falcons

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

Atlanta Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff, right, and head football coach Dan Quinn laugh during a new conference after it was announced the team had reached an agreement with receiver Julio Jones, Thursday, July 26, 2018, in Flowery Branch, Ga. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Julio Jones reports as Falcons prepare to open training camp

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

FILE - In this June 14, 2018, file photo, Atlanta Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff, left, and head coach Dan Quinn share a laugh during an NFL football minicamp in Flowery Branch, Ga. Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff and coach Dan Quinn, who have led the team to the playoffs the last two seasons, have signed three-year contract extensions. The deals were announced Wednesday, July 25, 2018, a day before players report for training camp. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP, File)

Falcons GM Dimitroff, coach Quinn sign 3-year extensions

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

Former Atlanta Falcons player Michael Vick gestures to Falcons fans as he announces Colorado's Isaiah Oliver as the team's pick during the second round of the NFL football draft Friday, April 27, 2018, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

Falcons go with defense in 2nd, 3rd rounds of draft

By GEORGE HENRY - Associated Press

Atlanta Falcons General Manager Thomas Dimitroff, left and head coach Dan Quinn speak Thursday, Jan. 18, 2018, in Flowery Branch, Ga. Quinn reviewed the 2017 season and said offensive coordinator Steve Sarkasian will return for the 2018 season. (AP Photo/Charles Odom)

Falcons’ offensive coordinator Sarkisian to return in 2018

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

Atlanta Falcons linebackers LaRoy Reynolds, Duke Riley, and safety Kemal Ishmael, from left, celebrate the team's 26-13 victory over the Los Angeles Rams during an NFL football wild-card playoff game Saturday, Jan. 6, 2018, in Los Angeles. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)

Playoff experience gives ‘battle-tested’ Falcons edge

By Charles Odum - Associated Press

File- This Dec. 27, 2017, file photo shows Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman (24) fumbling the ball on a run against the Carolina Panthers during the first half of an NFL football game, in Atlanta. Mistakes, including costly fumbles by Devonta Freeman in last week's loss at New Orleans, red zone woes and third-down problems have hurt the Atlanta Falcons all season and left the team needing a win over Carolina on Sunday to guarantee a playoff spot. (AP Photo/David Goldman, File)

Falcons focus on locking up playoff spot by beating Panthers

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

Tampa Bay Buccaneers kicker Patrick Murray (7) misses a game tying field goal against the Atlanta Falcons as time expired during the second half of an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 18, 2017, in Tampa, Fla. Atlanta won 24-21. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

Falcons keep winning, but still struggling to put teams away

By GEORGE HENRY - Associated Press

Atlanta Falcons middle linebacker Deion Jones (45) intercepts a ball in the end zone ahead of New Orleans Saints tight end Josh Hill (89) during the second half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Dec. 7, 2017, in Atlanta. The Falcons won 20-17. (AP Photo/David Goldman)

Falcons look ahead to closing season against 3 division foes

By GEORGE HENRY - Associated Press

Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back Robert McClain (36) tackles Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Mohamed Sanu (12) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 26, 2017, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

Versatile Sanu giving Falcons a bargain as a receiver and QB

By GEORGE HENRY - Associated Press

FILE - In this Oct. 29, 2017, file photo, Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman (24) runs after making a catch during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets in East Rutherford, N.J. As the Falcons prepare for a big NFC showdown with Minnesota, Freeman was removed from concussion protocol on Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2017, after missing the last two games. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)

Falcons RB Devonta Freeman clears concussion protocol

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press