Your 2011 Best Atlanta Falcons Play: The Julio Jones Catch

by Dave Choate on Feb 21, 2012 5:00 PM EST in Falcons Talk

Because there were two Julio Jones catches that made the nominations list, I feel I should mention that the one I'm specifically referring to is his crazy touchdown grab against the Colts. You may carry on.

It was interesting to see Chris Owens make a late charge for this one, because his play really personified the kind of grit and hustle we all heart so much. The fact that Jones ultimately won it should not be taken as a slight to Owens, I think, because this grab was so incredible.

In case you need a refresher, here you go:

It's an incredible display of body control and ability, and hopefully it portends the great seasons ahead. Hard to argue with the selection, ultimately, even if there were many worthy choices. Let's hope that we have an even better set of nominations in 2012, and a better end result to the season to celebrate, too.

Do weigh in.

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I'm still amazed at the concentration he showed in that play

If Halladay, Lee, and Hamels all break their arms while playing tag in the clubhouse, We'll be set

by suicide bunting is a sin on Feb 21, 2012 5:05 PM EST reply actions

Idk

I think it was a great play, but not deserving of number one. Ryan and Gonzalez’s plays were not only great, but during close games against playoff contenders in which we ultimately won. Still too close to say one was by far the best.

by dirtybird in ak on Feb 21, 2012 9:14 PM EST reply actions

I tend to agree with you

especially considering the fact that it was more of a herculean individual effort rather than team play. Ryan threw it 50-60 yds downfield but the throw was up for grabs, and Julio caught it.

but it was an awesome play nonetheless.

Atlanta Falcons fan in Moscow, Russia

by Gemini-RU on Feb 22, 2012 5:13 AM EST up reply actions

The guy's an amazing athlete

let’s hope he shows us many more plays like that, especially when it counts.

by drmondo667 on Feb 21, 2012 10:00 PM EST reply actions

JJ highlight video

here’s a good video, from youtube

Atlanta Falcons fan in Moscow, Russia

by Gemini-RU on Feb 22, 2012 7:29 AM EST reply actions

Thanks!

That made my morning a lot better…

You know, as amazing as many of those plays were, the one that probably impresses me the most was the short crossing route TD against Jacksonville. I remember watching that and thinking there was no way he would get by those two DBs who were closing in on him. That was when I realized he was truly out of this world fast. He put it into another gear and just blew right between them…

"It's called Thanksgiving for a reason. If I can give and people thank me for it, that's kind of the thing that makes me feel great inside." - Dunta

by TomQ on Feb 22, 2012 9:33 AM EST up reply actions