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Jones has huge day, Falcons hold off Rams 31-24
APTOPIX Rams Falcons Heal
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones (11) stretches after making a catch against St. Louis Rams cornerback Janoris Jenkins (21) and St. Louis Rams defensive end Eugene Sims (97) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Goldman) - photo by Associated Press
ATLANTA — With so many teammates hurting, Julio Jones had to play an even bigger role for the Atlanta Falcons. He was up to the task. Jones matched the best game of his career with 182 yards receiving, including an 81-yard touchdown catch, and the Atlanta Falcons held on for their first win of the season, 31-24 over the St. Louis Rams on Sunday.