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Falcons’ Julio Jones strikes early, often in 48-33 win over Panthers

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Julio Jones should end up in the nightmares of numerous Carolina Panthers defensive backs after Sunday.

The Atlanta Falcons star wide receiver dominated with 12 catches for 300 yards, including a 75-yard hookup with quarterback Matt Ryan for a touchdown, in Atlanta’s 48-33 victory at the Georgia Dome.

The Panthers closed the gap to 41-33 late in the game before Falcons cornerback Robert Alford returned an interception of Derek Anderson for a touchdown with 1 minute, 14 seconds left.

The loss dropped the reigning NFC Champion Panthers to 1-3, and the costs of this one could linger.