Tandy Posted May 10, 2011 Share Posted May 10, 2011 BUFORD – Here are five things we learned at minicamp practice on Tuesday. 1. Free safety Thomas DeCoud is a fan of X-Men: DeCoud, who was sporting a blue X-Men t-shirt, was working out at C.E.S. with Chip Smith. Also, a member of the Saints was working there. When the Saints player left, DeCoud knew it was time for the Falcons to start getting together, too. 2. Quarterback Matt Ryan is a married man: “It’s been great,” Ryan said. “It’s been a month now. The first month has been awesome. Everything you could hope for. We’ll just leave it at that.” 3. Ryan and backup QB John Parker Wilson have been drilling Julio Jones: While Jones wasn’t at the first practice, he has been meeting with the quarterbacks and wide receivers. Also, Wilson said that Jones is a fast learner and will not have any problem picking up the offense. Ryan is not sure how the Falcons plan to integrate Jones into the offense. “It will be interesting to see,” Ryan said. “He’s a big physical guy. I think he can do a lot of things for us. I think he’ll play a big part. He’s really good at blocking in the run game. That’s important for our offense. “I think he can bring some unique things. I’ll be interested to finally get to work with him and see the skills sets he has in terms of route running. Once we kind of find out about that, I think we’ll know more about how we are going to use him.” Julio, go deep! 4. Linebacker Mike Peterson is a good role model: Peterson is leading the drills and trying to make sure the Falcons stay out of trouble. “A lot of the young guys will tell you, I’ve been checking up on them,” Peterson said. “I’m just trying to make sure that they are working out. We took down notes last year during the season. ‘Check on your notes. Stick you head in the playbook. Stay out of trouble. Keep your nose out of the news.’ As a veteran guy, sometimes I have to play that Daddy role or that Uncle Pete role. But I think the younger guys accept it and probably expect it.” 5. Wide receiver Michael Jenkins was not upset with the drafting of Julio Jones: Jenkins was not taking aback by the selection of Julio Jones in the NFL draft. “It was a big move,” Jenkins said. “They obviously felt that he could come in and add to our offense. We are looking forward to seeing him out there making plays, the same way he did at Alabama. I know that everybody is excited to see him get out there.” –D. Orlando Ledbetter, The Atlanta Falcons beat blog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markdzul Posted May 10, 2011 Share Posted May 10, 2011 Thanks for the news T.. Appreciate any updates we can get... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Pickle1 Posted May 10, 2011 Share Posted May 10, 2011 M. Jenkins is like Baghdad Bob out there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Gritz Posted May 10, 2011 Share Posted May 10, 2011 I hope we keep Peterson for one more year.....not just for his play but for his great influence on these younger guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fysh19 Posted May 10, 2011 Share Posted May 10, 2011 Good read. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dozer Posted May 10, 2011 Share Posted May 10, 2011 Great info, thanks for posting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chitowndirtybird Posted May 11, 2011 Share Posted May 11, 2011 (edited) +1 to Jenkins, dude knows whats up.and you Tandy :P Edited May 11, 2011 by chitowndirtybird Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raysnill1 Posted May 11, 2011 Share Posted May 11, 2011 I know Finn is well respected from the fan base, and he deserves every bit of it -- I hope we give that dude a spot on the staff as soon as all this lockout stuff is settled.I agree. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blizzard_falcon Posted May 11, 2011 Share Posted May 11, 2011 Great Post Tandy, but I want to add somethingI mentioned in another post that Brian Finn is a awesome professional. After knowing ATL is moving on without him, hes out there with the guys working with them. You can tell the guy just has a pure passion for football -- and is a true leader that people definitely look up too.I know Finn is well respected from the fan base, and he deserves every bit of it -- I hope we give that dude a spot on the staff as soon as all this lockout stuff is settled.I'd love to bring Finn on board as a WR coach or ST coach or really as an assistant of any kind. Heck, I'd like to bring Peterson on board the coaching staff as well! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tandy Posted May 11, 2011 Author Share Posted May 11, 2011 Great Post Tandy, but I want to add somethingI mentioned in another post that Brian Finn is a awesome professional. After knowing ATL is moving on without him, hes out there with the guys working with them. You can tell the guy just has a pure passion for football -- and is a true leader that people definitely look up too.I know Finn is well respected from the fan base, and he deserves every bit of it -- I hope we give that dude a spot on the staff as soon as all this lockout stuff is settled.I think if he doesn't get picked up by another team - he'll end up on the Falcon staff in some form. Wouldn't you love to see him working with the receivers? How about the special teams? Finn knows it all - he would be a great assistant to some of our position coaches. He's a smart guy - and I know they love him in that Organization - they'll find something for him.Chances are though, he gets on with a team. I think he may have another year or two in him. If so, I still wouldn't be surprised to see him end up back with us in a teaching/coaching position. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ga_spider Posted May 11, 2011 Share Posted May 11, 2011 I believe we let Finn go so that he could be picked up by a team that could use him in a bigger role before the lockout messed things up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T.Mays Posted May 11, 2011 Share Posted May 11, 2011 Jenkins = Roy Williams, He will do his best to keep JJ off the field. And thats a good thing, a litte motivation never hurt anyone. And it works both ways JJ have to be motivated to get the slot because it looks like HD is fully healthy. Jenkins has the chemistry and tools to be great in this league but dont play up to it. Jenkins motivated to be #2, a motivated and healthy HD competing for #3. If we can keep all these guys we can have one of the most talented receiving corps next year. And Keep HD, TD because him and JJ will be the future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ake Man Posted May 11, 2011 Share Posted May 11, 2011 Great Post Tandy, but I want to add somethingI mentioned in another post that Brian Finn is a awesome professional. After knowing ATL is moving on without him, hes out there with the guys working with them. You can tell the guy just has a pure passion for football -- and is a true leader that people definitely look up too.I know Finn is well respected from the fan base, and he deserves every bit of it -- I hope we give that dude a spot on the staff as soon as all this lockout stuff is settled. I couldn't agree more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Falcon Jedi Knight Posted May 11, 2011 Share Posted May 11, 2011 5. Wide receiver Michael Jenkins was not upset with the drafting of Julio Jones: Jenkins was not taking aback by the selection of Julio Jones in the NFL draft.Thats typical of a loser mentality. Jenkins is basically being replaced, and he doesnt care. He reminds me of the guy from that movie Idiocracy - who said "When they say lead, follow, or get out of the way - I just get out of the way". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dem Birds Posted May 11, 2011 Share Posted May 11, 2011 I love Jenkin's attitude. I know that he doesn't really LIKE it, but he truly does understand it and probably legitimately wants to watch Julio in our offense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clark Kent™ Posted May 11, 2011 Share Posted May 11, 2011 2 things that I really liked about the interviews:1) Mike Peterson has that swagger. You can't really deny it. He may be a step slower, but i love his mindset. When he was talking in the interview about Cam Newton you could tell he still has a passion for the game.2) I really like the way Jenkins has handled the acquisition of Julio Jones. He is not being a drama queen about anything and i think will be a solid mentor for Jones. And besides, a little competition could bring out the best in him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FalconFromSpain Posted May 11, 2011 Share Posted May 11, 2011 Thats how you build a TEAM. Great news!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falconsken Posted May 11, 2011 Share Posted May 11, 2011 5. Wide receiver Michael Jenkins was not upset with the drafting of Julio Jones: Jenkins was not taking aback by the selection of Julio Jones in the NFL draft.Thats typical of a loser mentality. Jenkins is basically being replaced, and he doesnt care. He reminds me of the guy from that movie Idiocracy - who said "When they say lead, follow, or get out of the way - I just get out of the way".what the **** do you expect him to say. yea this team sucks im pissed i want out... no he was professional. stop being stupid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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