In the NFC Conference Championship game, Julio Jones gained 180 yards through the air on nine catches while also hauling in two touchdowns. In this game, he showcased excellent route running, elite speed, and how to use his 6’4” frame to box out defenders and high point passes. The Green Bay Packers’ defense simply had no answers for the elite receiver and consequently lost the game 44-21.
To start, we will look at his 73-yard touchdown at the start of the third quarter. The Falcons are in Shotgun with 11 personnel. Jones is in the slot and runs a dig route over the middle of the field.