Julio Jones vs Giants (2016)

Lore & Background

Jones has been noted for having a rare combination of size (6 ft 3 in and 220 lbs), speed (40-yard dash in 4.39 seconds), catching ability, strength, leaping ability, and body control, drawing frequent comparisons to Calvin Johnson. On November 11, 2018, he became the fastest player in NFL history to reach 10,000 career receiving yards. On September 15, 2019, he became the all-time career receiving yards leader for the Falcons. On October 5, 2020, he became the all-time career receptions leader for the Falcons.

In Their Own Story

The lights hummed over MetLife Stadium as the cold New Jersey air bit at the sidelines. Julio Jones adjusted his gloves, eyes scanning the field not for the ball, but for the leverage of the cornerback opposite him. The crowd noise was deafening, a wall of sound designed to rattle the visitors, yet within the huddle, Matt Ryan's voice remained calm. This was the moment where preparation met pressure.

Reader's Guide

The Falcons vs. Giants game in 2016 was played on October 16, 2016 (Week 6).

Did You Know?

• Jones led the league in receiving yards in 2015 and 2018.
• He was named to seven Pro Bowls, including six consecutive from 2014 to 2019.
• His career average of 87.9 receiving yards per game is the sixth-highest in NFL history.
• As of 2025, he is tied for third all time in career games with 100 yards receiving, with 59 such games.