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Jags CB House struggles against Julio Jones

Published Dec. 21, 2015 12:27 a.m. ET

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In Sunday's 23-17 loss to the Atlanta Falcons, Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Davon House became the latest in a long line of those who have tried (and failed) to slow down Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones.

The NFL leader in receptions, Jones caught nine passes for 118 yards and a touchdown with House covering him.

Atlanta got Jones involved early, with quarterback Matt Ryan completingthree passes to Jones on the team's opening drive for a total of 44 yards.

Via the Florida Times-Union:

“(Jones) is a dynamic receiver. Dynamic,” Jaguars head coach Gus Bradley said. “He’s going to win some. But I thought (House) challenged him on most throws.”

Jones' caught an 11-yard touchdown pass in the second quarter, beating safety Josh Evans after House lost track of him after the snap.

In all, Jones was targeted 13 times on Sunday.

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