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There are certainly of terrific wide receivers in the NFL right now, and as a result, it’s hard to come up with a real, concrete list of who is the best in the league. New England Patriots wide out Julian Edelman acknowledged all of the current talent at his position, but there are a few […]

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones has made it clear that he wants a new contract but even through all the contract talks, Jones hasn’t seemed to change and that has impressed quarterback Matt Ryan. Ryan was asked via Vaughn McClure of ESPN about what advice he would give to Jones as he waits for […]

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones did not take part in the Falcons’ offseason workout program, as the star is awaiting a new contract. This marks the second straight year that Jones has held out of offseason workouts, as he was also seeking an adjustment to his deal last summer. This time, however, Jones is […]

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones led the NFL in receiving yards this past season, and Caesars Entertainment is favoring him to do it again in 2019, per Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk. Jones, who paced the league with 1,677 yards to go along with 113 catches and eight touchdowns in 2018, is the […]

In April of this year, the Falcons said that they didn’t believe they weren’t far apart on a deal with star wide receiver Julio Jones. Although it’s now June and nothing has been signed, Atlanta is “confident” they can hammer out a long-term contract extension with the receiver before then, according to Dianna Russini of […]

The Atlanta Falcons won just seven games and missed the playoff this past year in what was their most underwhelming season in a few years. But there is some hope surrounding the Falcons going into 2019. With an explosive offense and a defense that is getting healthier, Atlanta could be a force to be reckoned […]

According to Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones, team owner Arthur Blank’s “word is gold” on his new contract. This was what Jones told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s D. Orlando Ledbetter (via Pro Football Talk’s Josh Alper) on June 12. Nah, man, as far as the contract thing, Mr. Blank has spoken. At the end of […]

Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones is not too concerned about his contract situation. Jones initially made light of the situation to the media, referencing his mortgage, before he got serious with his answer. “Nah, man, as far as the contract thing, (owner) Mr. (Arthur) Blank has spoken,” Jones said. “At the end of the day, […]

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones has long been considered one of the NFL’s premier playmakers. It seems former Falcons wide receiver Roddy White had a lot to do with his progression. There was plenty of hype surrounding Jones upon entering the NFL. According to William McFadden of the team’s official website, he attributes his […]

Julio Jones has reported for mandatory minicamp, but all is apparently not well with the Atlanta Falcons receiver. Jones will not participate in drills at minicamp because he’s rehabbing a foot injury, according to D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. While the injury doesn’t sound too serious as coach Dan Quinn relayed it, it’s […]

The Atlanta Falcons have kicked off mandatory minicamp on Monday with Grady Jarrett and Julio Jones in attendance according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. #Falcons WR Julio Jones, franchise tagged DT Grady Jarrett, pass-rusher Vic Beasley and LB Deion Jones have reported to the team facility and will take part in mandatory minicamp, sources […]

The Atlanta Falcons are hoping to have receiver Julio Jones and defensive tackle Grady Jarrett both back in the fold soon. Both star players have been staying away from the team during the voluntary portion of the offseason as they seek new contracts. Speaking to the media recently, Falcons coach Dan Quinn said the team […]

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones has been a no-show at team OTAs. Nonetheless, the Falcons expressed total confidence he’ll be ready for the upcoming 2019 NFL season. Falcons assistant head coach and wide receivers coach Raheem Morris told D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (via Pro Football Talk’s Charean Williams) on May 30 […]

The Atlanta Falcons have had a quiet offseason for the most part. Their most notable transactions include bringing back Adrian Clayborn, signing Jamon Brown, and cutting Robert Alford. Since losing the Super Bowl in embarrassing fashion a couple of years ago, the Falcons haven’t been the same. Of course, I’m talking about the time that […]

The Dallas Cowboys have engaged in contract extension talks with wide receiver Amari Cooper, but Cooper may be waiting to see what kind of deal Atlanta Falcons wideout Julio Jones gets before he gets deep into discussions, according to Clarence Hill Jr. of The Fort Worth Star-Telegram. Cooper is entering the final year of his […]

Organized Team Activities are voluntary, so there is no real obligation for NFL players to show up to these workouts. However, it is always news, nonetheless, when a team’s best player doesn’t participate in them. Such is the case with the Falcons and Julio Jones. The Atlanta Journal Constitution reported Jones’ absence. Jones’ absence comes […]

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones may not be as flamboyant as Antonio Brown or Odell Beckham Jr., so he doesn’t really make headlines. However, that does not change the fact that he may very well be the best wide out in football. Jones is coming off of a spectacular 2018 campaign in which he […]

The NFL is advancing towards being a pass-happy league. Last year, 27 of the 32 teams in the NFL attempted 500 or more pass attempts on offense. In addition, six teams attempted 600 or more passing attempts, with the Pittsburgh Steelers throwing it 689 times. With the passing game becoming the dominant source of offense, […]

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones skipped mandatory minicamp last year due to discontent over his current contract. But it doesn’t look as if there will be that sort of drama this year. According to Jeff Schultz of TheAthletic.com, Falcons GM Thomas Dimitroff said Jones will attend minicamp next month and could even join in […]

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones has not been present at the team’s voluntary offseason workouts, but he also did not attend last year, so even though he is looking for a new deal, his absence is not that alarming. Even if you were worried about Jones and the Falcons not agreeing to a new […]

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones is in search of a new contract with the team. Prior to the 2019 season, the two sides appear to be close. The Falcons and Julio Jones are not far apart on a new contract and a deal could be finalized in the next few weeks. @TheAthleticATL — Jeff […]

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones is unlikely to be present at the Falcons’ first voluntary offseason workouts on Monday, according to Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com. But fret not Falcons fans: McClure adds that Jones would show up for the mandatory workouts. He also missed the voluntary workouts last offseason, so this doesn’t seem like […]

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones has two years left on his deal and is looking for a new contract, but the star says that there isn’t any rush to get an extension done. “I don’t know. My agent [Jimmy Sexton] is in the process of them talking about it,” Jones said when asked about […]

Receiver Julio Jones and defensive tackle Grady Jarrett aren’t going anywhere. At least not if you ask Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank. Speaking today from the NFL owners’ meetings, Blank said both players “will be Falcons for life,” according to D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. “I feel pretty good, comfortable and confident in […]

A new report suggests that the Atlanta Falcons are getting closer to a new deal with Julio Jones, and it’s a very sweet deal for the veteran. According to the Atlanta Falcons’ official site, the two parties are moving closer towards a deal that could be worth $20 million a year over a four or five-year […]

There’s been a lot of talk about Julio Jones and his contract situation with the Atlanta Falcons. Last training camp, the Falcons star receiver staged a brief holdout over his deal. Jones signed a contract a few years ago that has him woefully underpaid considering what other top wideouts are getting now, but the Falcons […]

When a player like Antonio Brown signs a new deal, the market at his position changes. One player who is directly affected by Brown’s new contract is Julio Jones. Brown’s new deal with the Oakland Raiders gives the All-Pro wide receiver $50 million over three seasons and $30 million in guaranteed money. Seeing this deal […]

The recent Antonio Brown deal has pioneered a new movement for NFL wide receivers, and Julio Jones could be one of the next to profit. The price tag for Jones, an eight-year Falcons receiver, has reportedly “gone up” as a result of Saturday’s developments, per ESPN’s Field Yates. Following a trade between the Oakland Raiders and […]

Earlier in the offseason, Atlanta Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff said that one of the team’s top priorities was agreeing to a new contract with wide receiver Julio Jones, but, thus far, talks on that front have been quiet. According to Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com, there is not much going on between the Falcons and […]

After a solid 10-year career with the New Orleans Saints in which he set every major receiving record, Marques Colston has embarked on another chapter in his life where he’s been equally successful. Colston may not be catching touchdown passes from Drew Brees anymore in the Big Easy, but he’s making his presence known as […]

The Atlanta Falcons are just a few seasons removed from becoming NFC Champions and making an appearance in the Super Bowl. Not only that, but the Falcons were an insane New England Patriots comeback away from securing a title as well, which seemed to deflate the NFC South franchise going forward. With the Falcons continuing […]

The NFL rumor mill is churning in overtime with the claims that beleaguered player Antonio Brown has effectively ended his time with the Steelers thanks to his antics (though his beef with Ben Roethlisberger didn’t help him any), and now, the wide receiver might be heading to Atlanta to play with the Falcons. But Julio […]

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans was initially named as an alternate for this year’s Pro Bowl. However, it appears he will be able to take part in the festivities due to the current status of Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones. Jones has opted to skip the Pro Bowl due to the hip […]

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones reached an agreement on an adjusted contract with the team before reporting to training camp last July, with the Falcons saying they would revisit Jones’ desire for an entirely new deal in 2019. Well, now, Atlanta seems prepared to deliver on its promise, according to Matthew Tabeek of the […]

The 2018 NFL season has come to an end for the Atlanta Falcons with the team failing to make the playoffs. Although Matt Ryan and company are on the outside looking in on the postseason this year, the quarterback-wide receiver duo of Ryan and Julio Jones put up some monster numbers this season. With the 2018 campaign […]

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones and running back Tevin Coleman have not yet officially been ruled out for the team’s Week 17 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. It’s been far from an ideal season for the Falcons, as they were sitting at 4-9 on the year a few weeks ago before back-to-back wins […]

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones is a game-time decision to play in Week 16 against the Carolina Panthers due to hip and rib injuries. However, the belief is he will play through those injuries, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The #Falcons will work out WR Julio Jones this morning to double check, […]

In the days leading into Week 16 action against the Carolina Panthers, Atlanta Falcons Pro Bowl wide receiver Julio Jones has been limited in his availability on the practice field. According to Jason Butt of The Athletic, Jones was able to take a step forward with his participation in Friday’s practice that may put him on […]

Atlanta Falcon star wide receiver Julio Jones is questionable yet again heading into Sunday’s matchup with the Carolina Panthers. According to Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com, head coach Dan Quinn spoke on his star receiver’s status for Sunday. “We’ve been through this before with him where we’ll take it through the first couple of days and see what […]