Deion Jones helps Jameis Winston make dubious NFL history with walk-off pick-6
By Jake Rill
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What a way for Deion Jones to end his 2019 season.
The former LSU linebacker had a game-ending interception return touchdown on Sunday, lifting the Atlanta Falcons to a 28-22 overtime win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. It was Jones’ first interception and first touchdown of the season.
Jones, who was a second-round pick by the Falcons in 2016, had a solid season, recording 107 tackles and four pass deflections. He also helped Atlanta win six of its last eight games to finish 7-9 after losing seven of its first eight contests.
DEION JONES PICK SIX TO WIN THE GAME!!! #RiseUp pic.twitter.com/KSCoaPDYmG
— Atlanta Sports Post (@atlsportspost) December 29, 2019
Not only did Jones’ walk-off play help the Falcons end the year on a positive note, but it gave Bucs quarterback Jameis Winston a piece of NFL history.
Winston became the first player in NFL history to throw 30 touchdowns and 30 interceptions in the same season, according to ESPN Stats & Info.
Coincidentally, Winston’s first and last pass during his rookie contract were interceptions returned for touchdowns, as pointed out by Bill Barnwell of ESPN.
Jake Rill contributes to news coverage for Saturday Down South. He has covered the SEC since 2016.
