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Around the NFL: Julio Jones
The NFL Draft is this week, and the wild reports about what might happen or not happen are coming fast and furious. One out this morning that's kind of interesting is the possibility of the Falcons trading Julio Jones. There's some degree of logic to it. more »
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Injured Falcons take a step backwards
After participating in a limited practice on Wednesday, Atlanta Falcons WR JULIO JONES (hamstring), RB TODD GURLEY (knee), and TE HAYDEN HURST (ankle) did not participate at all in Thursday’s practice… More session. On a brighter note, WR CALVIN RIDLEY logged another limited practice and kicker YOUNGHOE KOO was upgraded to a full participant in Thursday’s practice. Less
Source: Team Website
Falcons stars Jones, Ridley, Gurley all limited in Wednesday practice
Atlanta Falcons wide receivers JULIO JONES and CALVIN RIDLEY were both limited in Wednesday’s practice as the team prepares for Sunday’s game against the New Orleans Saints. Jones missed last week’s… More game due to a hamstring injury, while Ridley is recovering from a foot/ankle issue. Meanwhile, running back TODD GURLEY was limited in practice after missing last week’s game with a bum knee. Less
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Falcons “hopeful” that WR Jones, RB Gurley can play vs. Saints
Atlanta Falcons interim head coach Raheem Morris said on Monday that the team is “hopeful” that wide receiver JULIO JONES and running back TODD GURLEY will be available for Sunday’s game… More against the New Orleans Saints. Both players missed Sunday’s win over the Las Vegas Raiders with their respective injuries. Fantasy owners will want to monitor the progress of both Jones and Gurley throughout the week. Less
Source: Team Blog
Falcons WR Jones a game-time decision for Week #12
Atlanta wide receiver JULIO JONES will be a game-time decision for Sunday’s game against the Las Vegas Raiders. Jones has been dealing with a deep tissue hamstring injury that he aggravated in Sunday’s game against the New Orleans Saints.
Source: Team Blog
Falcons WR Jones headed for big game on TNF?
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver JULIO JONES has consistently played the best games of his career on Thursday nights. Jones has caught 65.6% of his targets for an average of 114 yards… More per game. Both numbers are better than any other day he has played an NFL game. Jones’ average of 10.1 yards per target also out-paces his performance on either Saturday, Sunday, or Monday. The Atlanta Falcons play at the Carolina Panthers on Thursday night this week. Less
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Falcons WR Jones misses Wednesday practice
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver JULIO JONES missed practice on Wednesday as his hamstring injury appears to still be a cause for concern. Jones has missed three games and has been limited… More in others due to the injury. He appeared to turn the corner last weekend with an impressive fantasy outing against the Minnesota Vikings. Fantasy owners will want to monitor Jones closely in the days ahead. Less
Source: NBC Sports
Falcons WR Jones dealing with bad hammy
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver JULIO JONES did not play during the second half of Monday night’s game against the Green Bay Packers. Jones entered the game with an ailing hamstring and… More was officially ruled out of the second half due to the injured hamstring. After the game, head coach Dan Quinn said that it was too early to know if Jones would be available for Sunday’s game against the Carolina Panthers. The short week will not help, but fantasy owners will want to monitor Jones’ status throughout the week. Less
Source: Team Website
Falcons WR Jones returns to practice
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver JULIO JONES returned to practice on Thursday after missing last Sunday’s game with a hamstring injury. Jones’ return to practice is an encouraging sign for Monday night’s… More game against the Green Bay Packers, although hamstring injuries are tricky and fantasy owners will want to keep a close eye on the situation in the days ahead. Less
Source: NBC Sports
Falcons WR Jones a game-time decision vs. Bears
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver JULIO JONES aggravated his left hamstring injury in Sunday’s loss to the Dallas Cowboys and is a likely game-time decision for this week’s game against the Chicago… More Bears. Jones was held out of Wednesday’s practice and is not expected to participate much this week, if at all. Less
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Factoid: WR of the Decade?
Antonio Brown announced his retirement yesterday. Like everything with Brown, you can take it with a grain of salt. He's announced it a couple of times previously, and who's to say the right contract offer a month from now won't have him back on the field. But it's certainly possible that this is it for him. more »
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Hopkins declares himself best WR in the NFL
New Arizona Cardinals wide receiver DEANDRE HOPKINS said recently that he feels he is the best wideout in the NFL. While Hopkins gave credit to fellow wide receivers MICHAEL THOMAS and… More JULIO JONES, he also noted that they both had the benefit of playing their entire careers with Pro Bowl quarterbacks. Hopkins added that he is excited to be playing this season with reigning rookie of the year quarterback KYLER MURRAY in a pass-happy offense. Less
Source: ESPN.com
Jones leads Falcons vs. 49ers
Atlanta wide receiver JULIO JONES led the Falcons with 134 receiving yards and 2 touchdowns on Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers. The second of Jones’ two touchdowns came with 2 seconds left in the game to give the Falcons an unexpected win against San Francisco.
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Jones likely to play vs. Panthers
Atlanta wide receiver JULIO JONES is expected to play in Sunday’s game against the Carolina Panthers. Jones missed Thursday night’s game due to a shoulder injury. Falcons head coach Dan Quinn… More said on Monday that Jones is “trending upward” for Sunday’s game. He also added that Jones may have been available had the Falcons played on Sunday instead of Thursday last week. Less
Source: Team Blog
Julio Jones a game time decision vs. Saints
Atlanta wide receiver JULIO JONES suffered a shoulder injury in last weekend’s game against Tampa Bay and is officially a game time decision for tonight’s game against the New Orleans Saints.… More Head coach Dan Quinn said that Jones will play if he has the full strength and ability to use his shoulder. Jones is reportedly optimistic, but the game-time decision designation will undoubtedly be concerning to his fantasy owners. Less
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution