Star wide receiver Julio Jones won’t report to training camp with the Atlanta Falcons until he gets a new contract from the team, according to multiple reports.
The Falcons have said they do not plan on giving Jones a new deal and can fine him $40,000 for each day that he holds out. If Jones sits in the regular season, he’d lose $617,000 a week.
Jones signed a five-year contract in 2015 that included a $12 million signing bonus and $47 million guaranteed. His base salary this season is $10.5 million, but given his numbers last season (88 catches for 1,444 yards and three touchdowns), the five-time Pro Bowler is underpaid.
The Falcons are scheduled to hold their first practice on Friday.
#Falcons WR Julio Jones does not plan to report to camp and he is comfortable sitting out the entire time, sources said. He is still seeking a contract adjustment, while the team made clear to him they did not plan to give him one. He appears resolute in his mindset.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) July 24, 2018
Until the situation is resolved, might want to hold off drafting Jones on your fantasy team.
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