What to Expect with Julio Jones’ Hamstring Injury in His First Season with the Titans
Seven-time pro bowler and future Hall of Famer, Julio Jones, is on the move to the Tennessee Titans for the 2021-2022 NFL season.
The recently announced trade includes a 2022 second-round draft pick and 2023 fourth-round pick from the Titans in exchange for Jones and a sixth-round pick from the Atlanta Falcons.
Jones’ role in his new offense
The acquisition is vital to providing relief for star running back, Derrick Henry, who rushed for 2,027 yards in last year’s regular season. Adding Jones should force opposing defense to avoid stacking the box at the line of scrimmage and open holes for Henry, while also providing a serious weapon to the Titans’ pass game.
That improving pass offense includes All-Pro wide receiving counterpart, A.J. Brown. Brown recognized Jones as a role model growing up and even attributes his style of play to him.
But Jones’ impact may extend farther than the field. His experience and presence in the locker room should prove invaluable in the coming season.
What’s the catch?
Despite showing no decline in his game and remaining a top receiver in the league year after year, Jones’ age (32) is often brought up in discussions about future output. After all, ten years in the NFL can take a toll.
But even more relevant may be that Jones missed 7 games last season due to hamstring strains.
What is a hamstring strain?
A hamstring strain occurs when one of the muscles in the back of the thigh becomes overstretched and tears. Three muscles may be affected by hamstring strains:
- Semitendinosus
- Semimembranosus
- Biceps femoris
Strains vary by severity, but most heal with time and do not require surgery. Many are resolved with the RICE method: rest, ice, compress, elevate.
However, more severe cases require other treatment methods like physical therapy or even surgery.
What’s next for Julio Jones?
Chad Price, M.D., a Sports Medicine Specialist in Nashville, TN with Elite Sports Medicine + Orthopedics, provides insight into Jones’ injury:
“As long as Jones had time to heal and focused on rehab in the off-season, I think his success looks hopeful.”
With a long off-season and efficient rehab, we may see yet another successful season for the standout wide receiver on his new team.
Author: AMWN Dev
Related Articles
Spinal Fusion Surgery: A Comprehensive Guide by Elite Sports Medicine and Orthopedics Back pain can be debilitating, affecting everything from daily activities to athletic performance. [...]
Understanding PCL Tears: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options If you're experiencing knee pain and searching for an orthopedic doctor near me, understanding the nature of [...]
Did you know that each year, around 100,000 to 200,000 people in the United States tear their anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), according to data from [...]
Are you finding it hard to sleep due to ankle pain at night? If you haven't sprained your ankle recently, you may wonder why your [...]
A CDC report from the 2019 National Health Interview Survey found that 36.5% of adults had lower limb pain. This includes the hip, knee, and foot. [...]
Each year, according to the Rheumatology Research Foundation, around 544,000 hip replacement surgeries are performed in the United States, helping people regain mobility and improve [...]
A rupture of the Achilles tendon accounts for 10.7% of all tendon and ligament injuries. There are approximately 8 cases per 100,000 people. It's one [...]
According to the Aspen Institute, over 26% of sports injuries in young athletes are knee-related, a number that's been climbing year after year. From torn ligaments to [...]
Herniated Discs in the Neck: Symptoms and Treatment Options A herniated disc in the neck, also known as a cervical herniated disc, is a common condition [...]
The Importance of Consistency in Physical Therapy for Long-Term Results Physical therapy is a proven way to recover from injuries, manage chronic pain, and improve [...]
