Could Russell Wilson be getting a talented weapon for his receiving corps?
According to a report by ESPN's Dianna Russini, the Seahawks have checked in with the Falcons about acquiring Pro Bowl wide receiver Julio Jones and that Wilson has talked with Jones about the possibility of playing together.
The Falcons continue to field calls from teams interested in trading for Julio Jones. The Seahawks have had discussions about a possible trade with Atlanta, per sources. In fact, QB Russell Wilson & Julio Jones have spoken to discuss the possibility of playing together.
— Dianna Russini (@diannaESPN) May 30, 2021
The Falcons reportedly are looking to move Jones after June 1 to spread his salary-cap hit over two years, which would save $15 million in 2021 cap space.
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Jones rumors have swirled all offseason, but they began to increase after he told FS1's Shannon Sharpe by telephone on "Undisputed" that he would not be staying with the Falcons. Jones said later that he did not know the call was being televised live. Jones has been linked to multiple teams, including the Titans and the Patriots.
Adding Jones to its receiving ranks would give Seattle a dangerous trio of wideouts. Last season, D.K. Metcalf tallied 1,303 receiving yards on 83 catches while Tyler Lockett had 1,054 receiving yards on 100 catches. David Moore was third on the team with 417 receiving yards.
Jones hauled in 51 catches for 771 yards and scored three receiving touchdowns in 2020. He has twice led the NFL in receiving yards.
