Julio Jones became one of the most important players in Alabama’s return to national dominance under Nick Saban.
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The highly rated receiver arrived in Tuscaloosa in 2008 and immediately became a major part of the Crimson Tide offense as a true freshman.
At 6-foot-4 and around 220 pounds, Jones combined elite size, speed and physicality, making him one of the most difficult receivers in college football to defend.
He helped Alabama reach the SEC Championship Game during his freshman season before playing a major role in the Crimson Tide’s undefeated national championship run in 2009.
Jones produced his best college season in 2010, finishing with 78 receptions for 1,133 yards and seven touchdowns despite playing through a broken hand.
Across three seasons, he recorded 179 receptions for 2,653 yards and 15 receiving touchdowns while helping Alabama win 36 games.
His impact extended beyond the statistics.
Jones became one of the first major offensive stars of the Sab...