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Julio Jones
after the catch
Among his better areas. Runs with a long stride but also possesses good agility to elude defenders in open quarters and the acceleration to run away from defenders. Rare strength to break free of tackles and gain yardage after the catch. Good vision to set up his blocks downfield due to experience as kick and punt returner.
route running
Made his biggest gains in this area as a junior. Improved consistency with his route-running. Doesn't possess elite speed or the explosion out of his cuts, but has learned to sink his hips and plant firmly to generate improved separation on short and intermediate routes. Is able to get away with less than ideal route-running due to his size and physicality. Much stronger than most collegiate receivers and won't be pushed around by NFL defensive backs. Deceptive deep speed to challenge over the top.
intangibles
Proved his toughness by playing through various injuries over his career, including a broken hand in 2010. Highly decorated prep athlete rated the No. 1 overall prospect in the country by some scouting organizations. Involved with several local community service projects including the Santa America Foundation and local Optimist International club.
hands
Inconsistent. Drops too many passes due to a lack of concentration - usually when he's trying to make a defender miss before wrapping the ball up securely. Isn't a consistent "hands" catcher and allows too many passes into his pads, resulting in drops. Flashes the ability to extend and make the highlight-reel reception. Willing to run routes across the middle and take a big hit to make the catch.
release
Good initial burst off the line of scrimmage. Long-strider with good build-up speed to eat up the cushion against corners playing off-man coverage. Excellent size and strength to defeat press coverage. Good use of hands to ward off defenders and has enough lateral agility and burst off the line to gain an immediate advantage.
compares to
David Boston, ex-Cardinals, Chargers -- Jones has enough deep speed to make plays downfield with the size, intensity and strength to overwhelm defensive backs as a run-blocker and possession receiver.
blocking
Among the better downfield blockers of the 2011 receiver class. Good size, strength and competitiveness. Keeps his head on a swivel and looks to help his teammates.
Combine: 4.34 40-yard dash; 17 reps at 225 pounds; 38 1/2-inch vertical; 11'3" broad jump; 4.25 short shuttle; 6.66-cone drill.
He was a Parade All-American
USA Today All-American
ranked the No.1 overall player in the country by Sports Illustrated/Takkle.com
nation's No. 2 overall prospect by ESPN
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Top 150 (No. 2)
SuperPrep's No. 1 wide receiver nationally and No. 2 prospect overall
ESPN.com Top 150
The Mobile Press-Register's Super 120 Team (No. 1)
"Mr. Football" in the state of Alabama
named to The Tampa Tribune's "Best of the South Team"
SouthScout.com Stars of Alabama selection
Gatorade Player of the Year (Alabama)
an EA Sports first-team All-American
Prep Nation 101 Honoree
named to The Mobile Press-Register's Elite 18 Team (No. 1)
five-star wide receiver by Scout.com
rated as No. 1 wide receiver in the nation by Scout.com
the No. 1 wide receiver in the nation and the top prospect in the Alabama Top 35 list by Rivals.com
also called by Rivals.com as the best wide receiver in the nation "after the catch"
rated as the No. 4 overall prospect in the nation on the Rivals.com Top 100
two-time All-American by Rivals.com (2006 and 2007)
Scout.com All-American selection
No. 2 player on the Scout.com Southeast 150 list. SuperPrep/Scout.com Top 30 Alabama selection (No. 1)
the No. 3 ranked overall player in the nation according to Tom Lemming of CSTV
Rivals.com writes of Jones "Really outstanding feet for a big man. He gets out of trouble when hemmed in. He has great acceleration and can run after the catch. He shows really good concentration on deep balls. Team can use him on reverses and short routes. Hard to tackle in the open field."
capped off high school career with six catches for 97 yards
two-time The Birmingham News and Alabama Sportswriters Association All-State selection
named to 2007 The Birmingham News' Super All-State Team
named to 2007 ASWA Super 12 All-State team
had 194 career catches for 3,287 yards and 43 touchdowns
also added three rushing touchdowns, two kick return touchdowns, two punt returns and two fumble returns for scores
scored 52 touchdowns in his prep career
set Foley school record for career receptions, receiving yards, receiving touchdowns and total touchdowns
holds the top three single-season receiving records at Foley with 75 receptions (2006), 68 receptions (2007) and 51 catches (2005)
also holds single-season record with 1,301 yards in 2006. As senior, tallied 68 catches for 1,181 yards and 16 TDs
finished the year with 18 total TDs
led the Lions to a 12-1 record and a Region 2 title before losing to Prattville in state quarterfinals
hauled in a career-high 75 passes for 1,306 yards and 16 TDs as a junior
concluded the season with career-high 20 TDs
recorded 51 receptions for 805 yards and 12 TDs as sophomore in 2005
an outstanding track and field athlete
named 2006-07 Gatorade Track and Field Athlete of the Year (Alabama)
community service projects include Santa America Foundation and local Optimist International club
coached by Todd Watson.
Physical Attributes:
Proj Rd: | 1.0 |
Height: | 6-3 |
Weight: | 220.0 |
Forty: | 4.34 |
Arm: | 9.75 |
Hand: | 33.75 |
Wingspan: | -- |
Pro Day Results:
Cone: | -- |
Bench: | -- |
Shuttle: | -- |
10: | -- |
20: | -- |
40: | -- |
BJ: | -- |
VJ: | -- |
Combine Results:
Cone: | 6.66 |
Bench: | 17.0 |
Shuttle: | 4.25 |
10: | 1.5 |
20: | 2.47 |
40: | 4.34 |
BJ: | 11'03" |
VJ: | 38 1/2 |