Devonta Freeman Will Participate in Falcons Minicamp Amid Contract Negotiations

Despite looking for a better contract, Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman won't hold out from offseason workouts.

"I'm doing everything," Freeman said Wednesday, per Alex Marvez of Sporting News. "I love these guys. I love football."

Atlanta's offseason program begins April 17.

Freeman's agent first noted the interest in renegotiation prior to the Super Bowl.

"It's time for the Falcons to pay him like the elite back he is," Kristin Campbell said, per Michael Silver of NFL.com. "I expect them to make him a priority this offseason, as he's been an integral part of the dynamic offense that has gotten them to the Super Bowl."

The running back also explained in March his goal to pay for college for his four sisters, per Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com. 

The 25-year-old is in his final year of his rookie contract as a fourth-round pick, but he has far exceeded his cost. He has been a Pro Bowl selection in each of the last two years, tallying at least 1,500 yards from scrimmage with double-digit touchdowns each season.

Even with Tevin Coleman also in the backfield, the Falcons will want to secure Freeman for the immediate future.

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