Tag: Julio Jones

Julio Jones says Colin Kaepernick is ‘good enough to be in the league right now’

The Falcons are not among the teams looking for a QB, however, with the workout taking place in Atlanta, they will have someone in attendance, according to head coach Dan Quinn. 

Former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick has a private workout scheduled on behalf of the league this Saturday in Atlanta. All 32 teams are invited to attend and will have the chance to interview Kaepernick.

The Falcons are not among the teams looking for a QB, however, with the workout taking place in Atlanta, they will have someone in attendance, according to head coach Dan Quinn.

Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones said after practice on Thursday that he believes Kaepernick is good enough to be playing in the league right now, as tweeted by William McFadden below.

Many feel the same way as Jones, and Kaepernick’s career stats show he’s probably a better option than many of the backup quarterbacks in the NFL currently.

Over the course of six seasons, Kaepernick has thrown for 12,271 yards, 72 touchdowns and 30 interceptions for a passer rating of 88.9. He’s rushed for an additional 2,300 yards and 13 touchdowns on the ground.

Falcons quarterback Matt Schaub is one of the better backups in the league, but there are plenty of other teams that could be interested in Kaepernick’s services.

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Marshon Lattimore wins award for big hit on Julio Jones

New Orleans Saints CB Marshon Lattimore broke up a pass to Atlanta Falcons WR Julio Jones, earning recognition for his textbook technique.

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New Orleans Saints cornerback Marshon Lattimore came through in a big spot during his team’s Week 10 game with the Atlanta Falcons, and his textbook-perfect technique earned recognition from the NFL.

When the Falcons attempted to run a receiver screen through wide receiver Julio Jones — often named among the best in the game — Lattimore diagnosed the play quickly and correctly, pivoting towards Jones and tackling him to the ground. He executed the tackle just like it’s taught, and it turned into a big play for the Saints defense.

So Lattimore was highlighted for Week 10’s NFL Way To Play award, which puts a focus on correct football techniques and clean plays. As part of winning this award, Lattimore will receive a $2,500 donation to a high school program of his choice and a letter of congratulations from NFL commissioner Roger Goodell.

Lattimore later exited this game with a hamstring injury, which has put his availability into question on a week-to-week basis. He sat out the Saints’ practice on Wednesday and may miss their upcoming game with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but that isn’t official yet. Whenever he does make his return to the starting lineup, the Saints know they will have a player who takes the field at an important position with some of the cleanest technique in the game.

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Vote for your favorite Falcons players to make the 2020 NFL Pro Bowl

The 2020 NFL Pro Bowl vote is now open, and while it hasn’t been a great year for the Falcons, there are still some players worthy of the honor.

The 2020 NFL Pro Bowl vote is now open, and while it hasn’t been a great year for the Falcons, there are still some players worthy of the honor.

Defensive tackle Grady Jarrett is among the most deserving. He leads the defense with 5.5 sacks, and has been the team’s most consistent player through the first nine games.

Wide receiver Julio Jones is in the middle of another great season, while tight end Austin Hooper, despite his recent injury, is certainly deserving of his second consecutive trip to the Pro Bowl.

Make sure to vote for all of your favorite Falcons players.

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