That’s the right move for both the Atlanta Falcons and Julio Jones. The length of the preseason only matters to players trying to make the roster cut; it’s a chance to get more on tape. The NFL of course, because who can turn down a chance to make money.
But for veterans, like Matt Ryan and Julio Jones, they have little to gain. Especially having to play five games after participating in the most pointless one of all, the Hall of Fame game. Too much is made about the need to develop chemistry. Jones has caught nearly every pass in his regular and postseason career from Ryan.