What happened: The Falcons quarterback is meeting with his doctor Thursday and hopes to receive medical clearance. He said he will accept the doctor's decision.
Why it matters: Clearance would allow him to advance beyond individual and 7-on-7 drills. The timing leaves limited preparation before the regular season.
By the numbers: Thursday is 22 days after the July 29 estimate, leaving six days until the four-week mark on Aug. 26.
What to watch: The doctor's decision will determine whether he can begin 11-on-11 work.