Falcons Twitter reacts to news of Grady Jarrett extension

After some speculation that they wouldn’t be able to get a long-term deal done at the last minute, the Falcons signed defensive tackle Grady Jarrett to a four-year, $68 million extension just an hour away from the franchise deadline.

Fans should feel relieved to see the team lock up arguably their best defensive player, which will give Atlanta’s defensive line some badly-needed stability for years to come. Let’s take a look at some of the top Twitter reactions to Jarrett’s big extension.

When you find out the Falcons signed @GradyJarrett to a long term deal!! pic.twitter.com/lBreIass7A

— Myler 🦅 (@MylerTortier) July 15, 2019

You’re def a casual watcher if you don’t think Grady Jarrett is an elite player.

— Roman Reigns Stan Account (@_cfoxx90) July 15, 2019

@GradyJarrett glad to have you back for fo mo big dawg

— RB (@RBkickback) July 15, 2019

@GradyJarrett absolutely deserves every penny of this extension. Not only is he an All Pro player but he’s an All Pro person. Couldn’t happen to a better guy. Congrats @GradyJarrett

— Scott L. Webster (@slwebster27) July 15, 2019

Let's celebrate this joyous occasion with the time Grady Jarrett INTERCEPTED A SPIKE pic.twitter.com/1ulkqgXMb1

— Carlton (@SlopingGiraffe) July 15, 2019

LETS GOOOOOOO @GradyJarrett pic.twitter.com/TV4p0pLKxJ

— Georgia Sports Now (@GASportsNow) July 15, 2019

I'm old enough to remember when Grady Jarrett didn't get drafted until the 5th Round because he was "too short".

— Ross Tucker (@RossTuckerNFL) July 15, 2019

Yes sir Falcons sign their star DT Grady Jarrett to a 4 year extension now let's lock up Deion Jones and get Julio Jones a new contract. pic.twitter.com/a1i0gPKW3z

— Dylan Blurton (@DylanBlurton) July 15, 2019

Grady Jarrett has 5-6 more prime seasons left, and despite no Pro Bowl appearances or All Pros so far in his career, everyone in the know around the league recognizes him as one of the premier players at his position. Geno Atkins-esque

— Aaron Freeman (@falcfans) July 15, 2019

imo Grady Jarrett is actually really good so I’m v upset the Falcons resigned him.

— thomas 🇳🇱 (@DutchPantherFan) July 15, 2019

Quick analysis on this:
This is VERY GOOD and both Grady Jarrett and Thomas Dimitroff are very very good boys #NflFi https://t.co/cMDJNoQ5aC

— Ville Terenius (@ThatTerenius) July 15, 2019

Glad to see @AtlantaFalcons got 'er done with @GradyJarrett, unlike Alford & Schraeder (and throw Trufant in there) dudes who got deals when @AtlantaFalcons should've made them play it out. Grady earns his loot.

— MikeBell929 (@MikeBellATL) July 15, 2019

I am extremely not working in any capacity so I am just RTing my friends’ opinions about Grady Jarrett’s deal and I would like to add that I’m not mad about it

— Jeañña (@jeannathomas) July 15, 2019

4 year 68 Mill, let’s go BIGG my boy no letting up❗️❗️❗️💪🏿 @GradyJarrett

— Doom (@BiggieDoom) July 15, 2019

The #Falcons are now investing big money into their defense. This is not a norm, but all traditions must be broken. Usually the offense gets the money,but the talent we have on defense is forcing a change. Especially with the cap going up every year. Congrats to DT Grady Jarrett.

— PODCAST HOST (@tobyd1991) July 15, 2019

In other related Falcons news, the team will reportedly turn their attention to extending star middle linebacker Deion Jones.

Now that the Falcons have reached agreement on a $68 million deal with Grady Jarrett, Atlanta is turning its attention to LB Deion Jones. Falcons and Jones’ agent, Drew Rosenhaus, scheduled for face-to-face negotiations in Atlanta on Wednesday, per source. Another deal in works.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) July 15, 2019