Tagged: Julio Jones (136 Results)
Freeman to return vs. Saints, Hooper out
Atlanta wide receiver JULIO JONES is a game time decision for tonight’s game against New Orleans, but the picture is much clearer for running back DEVONTA FREEMAN and tight end AUSTIN… More HOOPER. Freeman will return and play against the Saints after missing the past two games with a foot sprain. Unfortunately, Hooper will not be joining Freeman against the Saints. He has been ruled out of the game as he continues to deal with an MCL sprain in his knee. Less
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Falcons getting healthy
Atlanta Falcons quarterback MATT RYAN and wide receiver JULIO JONES were both full participants in practice on Thursday, after missing the Wednesday session. Ryan is working his way back from a… More high ankle sprain while Jones reportedly had a rest day on Wednesday. Both players should be ready to soar for the Falcons game against Tampa Bay on Sunday. Less
Source: Team Blog
Julio Jones planning to play vs Vikings
Atlanta wide receiver JULIO JONES said after Thursday’s practice that he will be “ready to go” when the Falcons play the Minnesota Vikings in Sunday’s season-opener. Jones has been patiently awaiting… More a new contract, with team owner Arthur Blank saying recently that the two sides are “very, very close”. It sounds like Jones is planning to play even if a new deal is not finalized prior to the opener. Less
Source: Team Website
Falcons close to new deal with Julio Jones
Atlanta owner Arthur Blank continues to express optimism about reaching a contract extension with star wide receiver JULIO JONES. Blank is not concerned about any potential stall in talks keeping Jones off the field for Sunday’s season opener at Minnesota, which is great news for fantasy owners.
Source: ESPN.com
Julio Jones running at full speed
Atlanta wide receiver JULIO JONES is back to running routes at full speed as he continues to recover from a foot injury. Jones does not plan to play during the exhibition season, but he appears on track and ready to roll for the start of the regular season.
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Julio Jones won’t play during preseason
Veteran Atlanta wide receiver JULIO JONES says that he will not play during the 2019 preseason. Jones intends to get his practice reps in, but he insists that he doesn’t need… More preseason games to get ready for the season. Jones added that he and quarterback MATT RYAN know each other well enough that timing will not be an issue between the two veterans. Less
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Around the NFL: Julio aims high
It’s not unusual to hear crazy predictions in the preseason. David Johnson and Christian McCaffrey both say they’re gunning for 1,000 yards both rushing and receiving. Every few years some running back will toss out 2,000 yards. But Julio Jones topped them all today. more »
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Jones & Jones easing into Falcons camp
Atlanta wide receiver JULIO JONES and linebacker DEION JONES were present at the start of training camp for the Falcons on Monday morning. Deion has a new contract extension in hand,… More while Julio is believed to be working toward one. Both players focused on individual workouts as they each work their way back from respective foot injuries. Less
Source: Team Website
Julio Jones reports to camp
Atlanta wide receiver JULIO JONES does not yet have a long-term contract extension, but he reported to training camp as he said he would previously. The Falcons recently finalized deals with… More defenders GRADY JARRETT and DEION JONES, so the assumption is that Jones will be next in line. Jones has said previously that he is not concerned about the contract, adding that owner Arthur Bland gave his word. Less
Source: NFL.com
No holdout for Julio Jones
Atlanta wide receiver JULIO JONES has still not signed a new contract with the Falcons, but the wideout insists that no holdout is planned heading into the 2019 season. Jones and… More team owner Arthur Blank have each stated their desire to get a new deal done, with the Falcons star wideout adding that his owner’s word is “gold”. Less
Source: Team Website
Factoid: Julio Jones
Julio Jones and the Falcons have been working on a contract extension for most of the offseason. And nobody will suggest he’s not one of the game’s very best wide receives. But Jones has oddly been ineffective around the goal line. more »
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Ryan not worried about Jones missing workouts
Atlanta wide receiver JULIO JONES has not participated in OTAs as he seeks a new contract, but quarterback MATT RYAN is not concerned about his star wideout. Ryan said recently that… More there is a rhythm that comes from practicing together, but he added that he has the most rapport with Jones. According to recent reports from minicamp, Jones is confident that a new deal will be reached in due time. Less
Source: NFL.com
Factoid: T.Y. Hilton
T.Y. Hilton, I think, doesn’t get enough attention in the discussion of the elite receivers. He’s very good, and they were able to consistently get him the ball last year. more »
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Falcons WR Jones not worried about contract extension
Atlanta wide receiver JULIO JONES does not yet have a new contract, but the star wideout is not concerned. Jones said that owner Arthur Blank’s word is “gold”, adding that he… More expects the deal to eventually be completed. Jones is not practicing at the team’s minicamp, as he rests and rehabs a foot injury. Head coach Dan Quinn expects Jones to be ready to roll in time for the start of training camp. Less
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Rodgers to target Adams more in 2019
Green Bay quarterback AARON RODGERS said that he would like to throw the ball to star wide receiver DAVANTE ADAMS more heading into the 2019 season. Adams was already the second-most… More targeted wideout last season, with just one fewer target than Atlanta wide receiver JULIO JONES. With a quarterback that wants to get him the ball, and no proven second wideout on the roster, Adams could be in for a big season. Less
Source: NFL.com