Julio Jones became the franchise leader in career receptions Monday during the first half of the Falcons-Packers Monday Night Football game.

On the third possession in the first quarter, Jones’ 8-yard reception was his 809 as a Falcon - one more than the previous record held by Roddy White. White, a four-time Pro Bowler, played from 2005-15.

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