The Atlanta Falcons are optimistic that Tony Gonzalez will delay his planned retirement to return for the 2013 NFL season.

"He will come back if they pay him $7 million and he doesn't have to do training camp," said one Falcons player familiar with Gonzalez's thinking.

Another team source added, "If we offer him the money, he'll most likely be back for one more. He'll most likely be looking to miss training camp, though."

Gonzelez earned $3.9 million in base salary and a $1 million bonus in 2012.