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Falcons restructure Deion Jones’ contract
Still in desperate need of cap space, the Atlanta Falcons have restructured linebacker Deion Jones’ contract. The move deferred $4 million of Jones’ salary until 2022 — now fully guaranteed — which freed up that amount for the coming season. Chances are that it will go to a free agent, because those savings alone aren’t even projected to be enough to sign this year’s draft class.
Draft happenings
Draft night expectations took an early turn last week with the 49ers hopping in front of the Falcons in a trade with the Dolphins.