Atlanta Falcons
05 Apr 2025, 03:34 GMT+10
A legend has hung up his cleats.
Terrin Waack
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. A legend has hung up his cleats.
Former Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones officially announcing he's retiring from the NFL on Friday, April 4. Jonesteased his announcementon Instagram and posted his full video on Squad.
"I'm making this announcement today because of the city of Atlanta," Jones said. "Thank you, man. I appreciate y'all. It's nothing but love. I'm doing this on 404 day."
Jones was originally drafted by the Falcons in 2011 with the No. 6 overall pick.
He played in Atlanta for 10 years then, before spending a season apiece with the Tennessee Titans, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Philadelphia Eagles. His last active season was in 2023.
The list of accolades Jones collected throughout his 13-year career is anything but short:
This story will be updated.
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