Jones underwent foot surgery, expected to recover by training camp
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones is expected to be back to full health for training camp after undergoing surgery to remove a bunion on his foot Monday, ESPN's Vaughn McClure reports.
Jones is expected to take four-to-five months to recover from the operation, the Falcons announced. The superstar tweeted that the surgery went well and thanked his fans for their support:
Surgery was a success! Thanks to all that prayed for me #jetlife #blessed🙏
— Julio Jones (@juliojones_11) March 7, 2017
Jones played through numerous foot injuries during the 2016 season, missing two games due to a toe ailment. However, he was largely undeterred, recording 83 receptions for 1,409 yards and six touchdowns.
The 28-year-old remained a formidable force during the playoffs, leading the Falcons to an appearance in Super Bowl LI against the New England Patriots.