Falcons legend Julio Jones announces retirement from NFL after 13 seasons

Jones, 36, is the Falcons' franchise leader in receptions (848) and receiving yards (12,896) and is second to only Roddy White in touchdowns (60). 

"I'd like to thank my family through this whole process as my support system. With them, none of this could have been possible."

Jones caught 914 passes for 13,703 yards and 66 touchdowns across his NFL career. 

"I'm making this announcement today because of the city of Atlanta," Jones said in his statement. "Thank you man, I appreciate y'all. It's nothing but love. I'm doing this on 404 day - it was a hell of a ride. ... This was for the city, man, I appreciate you all."

"Also want to thank the other ball clubs out there as well, organizations. Tennessee, thank you for the opportunity. Tampa, thank you for the opportunity. Eagles, thank you for the opportunity."