Sure, Julio Jones is not pleased with the Falcons' 1-7 record at the midway point of the season. But that doesn't mean the Pro Bowl wide receiver is ready to recap his feelings on the season yet.
The thought hasn't even crossed his mind.
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Jones is focused on Atlanta's next game and that happens to be against the New Orleans Saints (7-1).
"It's not a disappointing season for me because we're not where we want to be at, but the season isn't over, so I can't speak on if the season is disappointing or however it is," Jones said on Thursday. "For me, it's just the next game, that mentality to always stay ready."
No matter the opponent, no matter the record, Jones' preparation remains the same. He's meticulous about putting his body through the same routine each week to ensure he's ready to go.
Perhaps that is one of the main reasons he's enjoyed such a successful career.
"It's a process, you can't get bored with it, regardless of the outcome of the game," Jones said. "If you go out there and play your best and do your best, that's all we ask of each guy out here, each and every day. To have that mentality about everything."
Jones and Atlanta's passing attack will go up against one of the NFL's best defenses this season. Over the past few seasons, Jones has been accustomed to seeing Saints' cornerback Marshon Lattimore lined up against him.
Lattimore has become one of the league's top cornerbacks quickly as he was named the NFL's Defensive Rookie of the Year after his performance in the 2017 season.
In three seasons with the Saints, Lattimore has recorded eight interceptions and five forced fumbles.
Jones is coming off one of his best performances of the season. Against the Seahawks in Week 8, he caught 10 passes for 152 yards.
On the year, Jones has caught 50 passes for 712 yards and four touchdowns.
Back to work. We play the Saints on Sunday. Take a look at the best practice images in this gallery, presented by Quikrete.
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Ahmad Thomas #52 poses during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Jacob Tuioti-Mariner #91 in action during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons tight end Luke Stocker #80 in action during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Jermaine Grace #53 warms up during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Justin Zimmer #92 in action during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Jack Crawford #95 in action during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett #97 in action during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones #11 makes a catch during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive back Sharrod Neasman #41 works with defensive back Kemal Ishmael #36 during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones #45 works during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive end Vic Beasley, Jr. #44 in action during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett #97 in action during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons safety Chris Cooper #34 in action during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons tight end Luke Stocker #80 in action during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons tight end Jaeden Graham #87 in action during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Jermaine Grace #53 runs during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons tight end Luke Stocker #80 in action during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Justin Zimmer #92 in action during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons kicker Younghoe Koo #7 looks on during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones #45 works during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons tight end Austin Hooper #81 in action during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones #45 leaps on his birthday during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive end Adrian Clayborn #99 in action during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Foye Oluokun #54 works during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Jermaine Grace #53 works with running back Qadree Ollison #30 during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett #97 in action during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive end Adrian Clayborn #99 in action during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones #45 works during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett #97 laughs during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive end Takk McKinley #98 in action during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Deadrin Senat #94 in action during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones #45 looks on during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Jack Crawford #95 in action during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Special teams drills during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive end Adrian Clayborn #99 in action during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Jermaine Grace #53 points during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Schaub #8 works during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons offensive guard Jamon Brown #68 stretches during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive back Sharrod Neasman #41 works with defensive back Kemal Ishmael #36 during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Offensive line drills during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Coach Jerome Henderson works with Atlanta Falcons running back Brian Hill #23 during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Schaub #8 works during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones #45 leaps on his birthday during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Danny Etling #16 runs during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons offensive tackle Jake Matthews #70 goes long during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons outside linebacker De'Vondre Campbell #59 looks on during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Jermaine Grace #53 stretches during practice. (Photo by Kara Durrette/Atlanta Falcons)
