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Atlanta Falcons' Julio Jones cleared for Sunday's opener against Tampa Bay
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Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones (11) makes a catch against Washington Redskins cornerback Bashaud Breeland during a preseason game in Atlanta on Aug. 11 . Coach Dan Quinn expects All-Pro receiver Jones to be full strength when the Falcons install their game plan for Sunday’s opener against Tampa Bay. Jones sprained his ankle in the third preseason game at Miami. - photo by John Bazemore
FLOWERY BRANCH — The Falcons had wide receiver Julio Jones back with full clearance for Thursday’s practice, confirming the team’s biggest star will be ready for Sunday’s opening game against Tampa Bay. Jones’ status for the opener was never really in doubt, even when he was held out of last week’s final preseason game with an ankle injury and was limited in Wednesday’s practice. Even so, having the All-Pro practice without restrictions was comforting for coach Dan Quinn and the Falcons.
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