Jan 14, 2017; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones (11) runs after a catch against Seattle Seahawks free safety Steven Terrell (23) during the second quarter in the NFC Divisional playoff at Georgia Dome. Photo Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones sat out practice for a second straight day on Thursday, but insisted he’ll be ready to play in the NFC Championship Game.
Jones aggravated a toe injury in last Saturday’s 36-20 divisional-round victory over the Seattle Seahawks. The All-Pro wideout is expected to be limited in practice leading up to Sunday’s game against the visiting Green Bay Packers.
“It’s fine,” Jones said on Thursday, via the Atlanta Journal Constitution. “I’ll be ready to go.”
Jones, who initially sustained the injury in a Week 13 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, led the Falcons with 83 receptions and 1,409 receiving yards during the regular season despite missing two games. His six touchdown receptions tied wideout Taylor Gabriel for the team lead.
