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Julio Jones Retires as Atlanta Falcons Icon After 13-Year NFL Career

The seven-time Pro Bowler and franchise leader in receptions and receiving yards ends his career with a heartfelt tribute on Atlanta's '404 Day.'

Nov 13, 2022; Munich, Germany; Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Julio Jones (6) scores a touchdown in the second quarter against the Seattle Seahawks during an NFL International Series game at Allianz Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo
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TAMPA, FL - JANUARY 1: Julio Jones #6 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers stands on the sidelines during the national anthem prior to an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers at Raymond James Stadium on January 1, 2023 in Tampa, Florida.

Overview

  • Julio Jones officially announced his retirement on April 4, 2025, coinciding with Atlanta's '404 Day' to honor the city where he became a football legend.
  • Jones is the Atlanta Falcons' all-time leader in receptions (848) and receiving yards (12,896), with 60 touchdowns, ranking second in franchise history.
  • Across his 13-year NFL career, Jones amassed 914 receptions, 13,703 yards, and 66 touchdowns, solidifying his place as one of the league's all-time great receivers.
  • He holds multiple NFL records, including being the fastest player to reach 7,000, 9,000, 10,000, 11,000, and 13,000 receiving yards, and led the NFL in receiving yards in 2015 and 2018.
  • Tributes poured in from fans, teammates, and analysts, with many hailing him as a future Hall of Famer and reflecting on his impact both on and off the field.