For the Atlanta Falcons to contend for the playoffs this season, here are the five players who can help make that happen:
Julio Jones, receiver: Contract issues aside, no player means more to the Falcons' success than Jones. When healthy, he's arguably the most dominant offensive threat in the league with his speed and explosiveness. Over the past four seasons, Jones has averaged 103.6 receiving yards per game, 15.37 yards per reception and 4.9 first downs per game. Although Jones had just three touchdown receptions last season, folks have to consider the added defensive attention he typically draws and how that opens up one-on-one opportunities for others to make plays.