fuego Posted November 24, 2017 Share Posted November 24, 2017 FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones has a chance to accomplish an historic feat on Sunday, but it's far from the top of his priority list. With eight catches against Tampa Bay, Jones would surpass Anquan Boldin for the most catches for a player through his first 90 games in NFL history. Jones has 551 catches. Boldin had 558 through 90 games with the Arizona Cardinals, and Pittsburgh's Antonio Brown is second with 554 catches through his first 90 games with the Steelers. "I would mean a lot, for my teammates," Jones said. "It's not just about me. All the way down from the [offensive coordinators] we've had here -- from Mike Mularkey to Dirk Koetter to Kyle Shanahan to now Sark [Steve Sarkisian] -- it's them just getting me the ball, at the end of the day. "Eight catches? Man, I don't even look at stuff like that. That stuff just comes about. I just play ball." Jones, with 8,396 receiving yards, also could surpass Hall of Famer Lance Alworth for the most receiving yards for a player through 90 games. Alworth had 8,502. Surpassing a Hall of Famer certainly would carry a little added significance, right? "No doubt," Jones said, "but like I said, it comes with it. I just go ball. It is what it is. I just want to win. At the end of the day, I just want to win football games." Jones' season-high of nine catches came in a Week 7 loss to New England. His season-high 118 receiving yards came in a loss at Carolina. He's averaged 5.4 receptions, 78.6 yards, and 8.6 targets per game. His career averages are 6.2 receptions, 94.3 yards, and 9.6 targets per contest. The Falcons talk every week about getting Jones more involved. At the same time, the attention he draws continues to open up opportunities for others. "We've just been spreading the ball around offensively," Jones said. "And we haven't been getting behind as far as like when we have a holding penalty, an offside, a false start or something like that. Or missing an opportunity on a down. Those things haven't been hindering us." In 10 previous games against Tampa Bay, Jones has averaged 6.8 receptions, 110.6 yards, and 9.5 targets. He has eight touchdowns and six games of at least 100 yards in those contests. The Buccaneers are coached by Koetter, the Falcons' former coordinator. Former Falcons head coach Mike Smith is Tampa Bay's defensive coordinator. And the Buccaneers' secondary includes two former Falcons -- left cornerback Brent Grimes and nickel back Robert McClain. "We don't know who is going to be starting at right corner, if it's going to be [Ryan] Smith or whatnot," Jones said. "But yeah, [the teams] know each other. We just have to go to work and just capitalize. We know it's going to be a hard-fought game because they know us; we know them. It ain't going to be no really trying to trick each other. We're just going out there to play championship football." http://www.espn.com/blog/atlanta-falcons/post/_/id/30506/receptions-mark-would-be-nice-but-julio-jones-concerned-about-wins Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norwood all the way! Posted November 24, 2017 Share Posted November 24, 2017 There has been very few (if any) WRs like Jones. He has the skill set of an elite WR while still quietly going about his business. He doesn't care if he gets all the glory (at least not publically) and he doesn't complain when things aren't going his way. I'm proud he's a Falcon and he will go down as one of the best when it's all said and done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
etherdome Posted November 24, 2017 Share Posted November 24, 2017 Put simply, we need to get the into Jone's hands more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesus Posted November 24, 2017 Share Posted November 24, 2017 8 catches for 100+ yards? Has he even come close to that this year? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeonDeion Posted November 24, 2017 Share Posted November 24, 2017 He’s the Tim Duncan of the NFL. Just win baby. Who cares about stats Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Francis York Morgan Posted November 24, 2017 Share Posted November 24, 2017 10 minutes ago, Jesus said: 8 catches for 100+ yards? Has he even come close to that this year? 5 for 108 vs GB, 7 for 91 vs DET, 9 for 99 vs NE, 7 for 118 vs CAR... Acting like it's outside the realm of possibility for JJ even on a down year is ridiculous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuego Posted November 24, 2017 Author Share Posted November 24, 2017 28 minutes ago, Falcan Moore said: 5 for 108 vs GB, 7 for 91 vs DET, 9 for 99 vs NE, 7 for 118 vs CAR... Acting like it's outside the realm of possibility for JJ even on a down year is ridiculous. The real question is how do we fail to get the ball in Jones' hands when other elite receivers such as AB still get huge stats and they're being double and triple teamed too? It's either the play calling, Ryan, or Jones inability to separate. Or a combo of those. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jesus Posted November 24, 2017 Share Posted November 24, 2017 29 minutes ago, fuego said: The real question is how do we fail to get the ball in Jones' hands when other elite receivers such as AB still get huge stats and they're being double and triple teamed too? It's either the play calling, Ryan, or Jones inability to separate. Or a combo of those. Our receivers have been having issues with separating all year, which is odd after last year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxatlanta Posted November 24, 2017 Share Posted November 24, 2017 He has not been targeted enough. But it is hard to know how much of that is injury related. I don't see Antonio Brown gingerly walking off the field like something is hurt every game. Early in the season he was absolutely not targeted enough though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
papachaz Posted November 24, 2017 Share Posted November 24, 2017 4 hours ago, Norwood all the way! said: There has been very few (if any) WRs like Jones. He has the skill set of an elite WR while still quietly going about his business. He doesn't care if he gets all the glory (at least not publically) and he doesn't complain when things aren't going his way. I'm proud he's a Falcon and he will go down as one of the best when it's all said and done. but but but we were told he was just a shiny hood ornament!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmo_dlo Posted November 24, 2017 Share Posted November 24, 2017 4 hours ago, Falcan Moore said: 5 for 108 vs GB, 7 for 91 vs DET, 9 for 99 vs NE, 7 for 118 vs CAR... Acting like it's outside the realm of possibility for JJ even on a down year is ridiculous. He should have had 9 for about 200 yards against CAR. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hooper72 Posted November 25, 2017 Share Posted November 25, 2017 16 hours ago, papachaz said: but but but we were told he was just a shiny hood ornament!!!!! Don't worry. I'm sure we'll read about us being TROFF'D pretty soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karst41 Posted November 25, 2017 Share Posted November 25, 2017 Skrewdat,,,,,I will be happy if the dude can make more than one catch in the endzone. Sandra Golden (680) was on a rant that Jonsey has not had a 3 TD Game as of yet. Can anybody debunk this? Tandy, Peyton,FFS70, Cappy Gazoo,,,,,,Johnny Buc? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcon Ben Posted November 25, 2017 Share Posted November 25, 2017 22 hours ago, Norwood all the way! said: There has been very few (if any) WRs like Jones. He has the skill set of an elite WR while still quietly going about his business. He doesn't care if he gets all the glory (at least not publically) and he doesn't complain when things aren't going his way. I'm proud he's a Falcon and he will go down as one of the best when it's all said and done. Seriously. It's as though he doesn't know he is a wide receiver. He acts like an offensive lineman. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coastiemike Posted November 25, 2017 Share Posted November 25, 2017 Anyone still whining about the trade to get him? The trade that none of the Cleveland players selected with traded picks are nowhere to be found. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFatboi Posted November 25, 2017 Share Posted November 25, 2017 21 hours ago, fuego said: The real question is how do we fail to get the ball in Jones' hands when other elite receivers such as AB still get huge stats and they're being double and triple teamed too? It's either the play calling, Ryan, or Jones inability to separate. Or a combo of those. Because they’re qb’s FORCE the ball to their guy and Matt spreads the ball around more. Plus the way teams play Julio is unlike how Brown and OBJ get played. For one press coverage can hinder both brown and obj. Julio can eat press alive. Then Julio’s catch radius is so wide you have to bracket him. So essentially Julio is being triple teamed on every play. He makes his teammates better and that’s why having him makes Matt a better qb with decision making. When 7 or more wr’s catch the ball it’s HAAAAAARRRRRRRD to beat us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desert_Falcon Posted November 25, 2017 Share Posted November 25, 2017 23 hours ago, fuego said: The real question is how do we fail to get the ball in Jones' hands when other elite receivers such as AB still get huge stats and they're being double and triple teamed too? It's either the play calling, Ryan, or Jones inability to separate. Or a combo of those. I’ve always wondered this. @PeytonMannings Forehead what’s the difference here between how we use(or don’t use) Julio vs AB and those or top WR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atlantafan21 Posted November 26, 2017 Share Posted November 26, 2017 Honestly don’t think he gets it. Sure hope he does. With TBs weak secondary, I’m hoping he goes off and has his first real huge game of the season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blkbigdog35 Posted November 26, 2017 Share Posted November 26, 2017 I think the best way to use Julio is to keep moving him around. It's all about matchups and if we can get Julio in motion or in a unusual spot then Matt has a better shot at getting him the ball. @TheFatboi had an excellent response as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GET-ME-A-DB-TD Posted November 26, 2017 Share Posted November 26, 2017 On November 24, 2017 at 3:09 PM, fuego said: The real question is how do we fail to get the ball in Jones' hands when other elite receivers such as AB still get huge stats and they're being double and triple teamed too? It's either the play calling, Ryan, or Jones inability to separate. Or a combo of those. I have to admit ive been arguing the AB/JJ debate for a year or two now. AB is the picture of consistency. Julio will make a leaping catch now and then but AB is amazing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThisIsNotFantasyFootball Posted November 26, 2017 Share Posted November 26, 2017 (edited) At this point Julio getting another TD would be historic..... I still can't believe going into Week 12 he only has one. Edited November 26, 2017 by Mr.Blank Add comment Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desert_Falcon Posted November 26, 2017 Share Posted November 26, 2017 Currently at 9 receptions Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayOzOne Posted November 26, 2017 Share Posted November 26, 2017 On 11/24/2017 at 2:28 PM, Jesus said: 8 catches for 100+ yards? Has he even come close to that this year? He has now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wurzshep19 Posted November 26, 2017 Share Posted November 26, 2017 I'm bad at math...did he do it....seems close....LOL Nice job JULIOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FentayeJones Posted November 26, 2017 Share Posted November 26, 2017 He also has the record for the most 250+ yards all time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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