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Falcons' Deion Jones says diet, mindset will help 'take me to the next level' in Year 3

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. – ’ ascent as the Falcons’ starting middle linebacker has been enjoyable to watch, and it may not be anywhere close to finished.

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Now entering his third NFL season, Jones, 23, is beginning to take a more refined approach to his offseason preparation. Speaking Tuesday after the team’s voluntary workouts, Jones explained what that new focus involves.

“Really my body,” Jones said. “I’ve started paying attention to my body – the way I eat, the way I take care of it. I feel like that’s going to take me to the next level.