FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- Atlanta Falcons two-time Pro Bowl receiver Julio Jones, who has one year left on his rookie deal, maintained the same stance regarding his contract situation.

Prior to training camp, Jones revealed that his agent Jimmy Sexton and the Falcons started negotiations.

"Seriously, I don't know where it's at," Jones said Monday. "I don't know when it's going to be done. I don't know if there's a deadline or none of that. I don't know what's going on. I'm just here, just playing ball."

Pro Bowl receiver Julio Jones says he still isn't aware of any further contract talks going on between his agent and the Falcons. David Goldman/AP

Jones vowed not to protest his contract situation. He participated in all offseason activities and reported to training camp on time.

The Falcons now have a guideline to follow regarding Jones' contract after top receivers Dez Bryant (Cowboys) and Demaryius Thomas (Broncos) each signed five-year, $70 million contracts that included more than $40 million guaranteed.

Jones will make $10.176 million this season. He could reach as high as $15 million per year, although he seems unlikely to surpass Detroit's Calvin Johnson and his $16.2 million per year salary.

The general sense is the Falcons and Jones will reach a deal sooner than later. If nothing is resolved before next offseason, Jones could face receiving a franchise tag.

Jones plans on putting up even bigger numbers this season after setting a franchise record with 1,593 yards last season in 15 games played.

"I've dropped a little weight now. I'm more muscular now," said Jones, who now weighs 224 pounds. "I'm faster. Also, on the go ball, I've got another gear. I can keep running for a long distance. My quad and hamstring got stronger, so I'm in and out of breaks faster and quicker."