Passing camp ended less than two weeks ago, and the Falcons open training camp two weeks from today. So why hold a mandatory mini-camp today and Friday while most NFL teams are letting players loll in the sun one last time?
The simple answer is because coach Dan Reeves and his staff want to keep tabs on players, lest they lose their conditioning and suffer memory lapses. ''For us it's about staying sharp before going to camp,'' said offensive coordinator Pete Mangurian. ''If they're not here, and not thinking about it, they can lose focus."...
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The simple answer is because coach Dan Reeves and his staff want to keep tabs on players, lest they lose their conditioning and suffer memory lapses. ''For us it's about staying sharp before going to camp,'' said offensive coordinator Pete Mangurian. ''If they're not here, and not thinking about it, they can lose focus."...
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