Atlanta Falcons' Dan Quinn: Julio Jones longshot for Thursday

Wide receiver Julio Jones will be challenged to take the field with the Atlanta Falcons this week.

Jones has a hamstring injury and with a Thursday night game at New Orleans, head coach Dan Quinn told ESPN's Ed Werder on Tuesday that the reduced recovery window means it's "going to be close. Not sure he can go."

Jones has 43 receptions for 545 yards and four touchdowns in five games for the 5-0 Falcons.

The Saints are allowing 135.8 rushing yards per game and Atlanta could be forced to lean more heavily on a running game led by Devonta Freeman, who has 93 yards for 405 yards and eight touchdowns.