Feliciano was already big for his age but kept growing when Cole and Palmer dubbed him "Mongo," short for "humongous," never dreaming the nickname would stick all the way to the NFL. The Bills defeated the Dolphins 26-11. He is from a tight-knit, big Italian family; his paternal grandparents were both Italian immigrants from Sicily, while his maternal grandparents were Puerto Rican. Feliciano played all 60 snaps for the Giants on Sunday, and while it may have taken him a minute to collect himself, he pulled it together and put on a clutch performance. In 2015, he was drafted by Raiders. That junkyard dog had fought damn near everybody in practice. Now it's the only way he knows how to play. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa), Buffalo Bills guard Jon Feliciano (76) on offense during the second quarter of the NFL game against the Denver Broncos, Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020 in Denver. He closed the season earning All-ACC honorable mention from the ACSMA. Players share the emotions of playing for Hamlin on Sunday. They left, not knowing what to expect as they drove to a friend's house. "I believe in myself," he said, "and I believe the center position is where I'll be the best.". All rights reserved, Duane Burleson/Copyright 2019 The Associated Press. Rodney (Hudson), Gabe (Jackson) and K.O. She wanted him to move back to New York with her and Christopher. Jon wanted to go back home to help her, but Alicia refused, adamant that he finish college. "He doesn't even remember being in braces, but I always said to him, 'You're going to do it, Jon!' He wanted to try to manage on his own. Teammates, coaches and childhood friends paint the picture of Hamlin's inspiring character. He is no longer maintaining a cultural tradition of suppression. Football became his way out after earning a scholarship at the University of Miami. Those things kept me away from everything. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez), Oakland Raiders offensive tackle Kelechi Osemele (70) celebrates with offensive guard Jon Feliciano (76) during a week 3 NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018 in Miami Gardens, Fla. Miami won 28-20. "When I got there, they gave me a helmet and pads," Feliciano said. "It's just years of trying to get under people's skin. Now that you're gone I will keep your legacy alive I love you buddy #bornsinner pic.twitter.com/DA5mYsOUX1, - Jonathan Feliciano (@MongoFeliciano) April 11, 2017. His wanting to play football wasn't merely to earn popularity. As the Giants struggled through the first half and fans watched Daniel Jones drop back and get hit or sacked, the thought that nothing had changed started to creep in. West, familiar with the stadium layout, knew where the Miami buses would be parked. So, we've both got that in common. . Feliciano tested positive fro COVID-19 last week and was briefly hospitalized, but he'll now be able to return. "When he was young, he was super-clumsy," Palmer said, but recalled Feliciano's friendliness as unchanged. "I've never been vocal about [it]," he said, explaining that, given his culture and upbringing, he felt an obligation to keep silent. On December 11, he was put into action. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. The Texans defeated the Bills in overtime, 22-19. So I always had respect for him because I liked him, but after that day I was like, okay I like this guy.". "I looked at my mom and said, 'Yes.'". Family loyalty was ingrained in him. ", Golden saw much more. I'm not one of those kinds of guys who cracks under the pressure. For two years, he wore the braces. He got the heartbreaking news when the team flight landed in Tennessee yesterday. His mother was outraged. He spent his first four seasons with the Oakland Raiders. @seancoleworld this was always our song. GettyDavis Webb #12 of the New York Giants drops back to pass during the second half of a preseason game against the Cincinnati Bengals at MetLife Stadium on August 21, 2022 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. "I wanted to be the guy to bring my family together and not tell the dark secrets of my family.". "Sooner or later in this league the lineman in front of you is going to get hurt," said Smith. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. Charles Krupa/Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. Players reflect on the emotions they've experienced over the past 72 hours. His older brother was not always around, so it was up to Jon to be the man of the house. Technically, he had a home, but it was condemned. Feliciano, 6-4 and 325 pounds, has started 26 regular-season games at right guard, 11 at left guard, and two at center. (Paul Jasienski via AP). "She told me, 'I've had breast cancer the last few months, but I'm OK,'" Jon said. February 12, 2021 5:00 pm ET. Q: When you became a free agent, was that your goal to be a center? She never had a steady job but made ends meet, always making sure her children were clean and fed. 4. Feliciano spent half his childhood in a trailer park in Davie, Florida after his parents divorced when he was 10. My friends helped me to get to that point.". "It definitely gives me more focus.". Her marriage deteriorated, and she got divorced when her three sons were still young. He told me that his 1-year-old nephew drowned yesterday. I didn't want to put more pressure on my mother with me being upset or letting her know I was upset. When she worked nights, Jon would take care of his little brother, cooking him dinner or helping with homework. Cole, Feliciano and Palmer got matching tattoos: "KMO" -- for "King's Manor originals." The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. Powered by. Feliciano was a three-time All-ACC honorable mention selection at Miami, where he started 46 of 48 games for the Hurricanes. The hero in Feliciano's story, especially during a difficult period in his last two years of high school, was Cole. "We knew [Feliciano] would make it," Palmer said. He has his family. "He never let on how bad it may have been," West said. "I said, 'Absolutely, of course.'". The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. I wish I could express it better than that.. There were other teams that were talking, and I believe in myself, and I believe that the center position is where I'll be best. Was that something you looked at like, "Okay I really want to do this," or were you open to saying, "Okay, what's the best opportunity?". That's what I try to emulate. All rights reserved. [3] Feliciano was also named to First-team All-Broward by Sun Sentinel. All rights reserved. In May, Feliciano became the first person in his family to graduate from college. Q: I think a lot of us expected this to be the case when you were released by Buffalo, did you think this is where you'd end up? Along with Palmer, they formed a buddy trio, playing outdoors on the hardcourt and inside with their video games. Rick Scuteri/Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. A daughter, Shawn Cole Feliciano, born in May to Jon and his wife Shannon, has added to Feliciano's family, which is of Puerto. He got the news shortly after arriving in Tennessee on Sunday. As for his former teammates back in Oakland, they were proud to see Feliciano finally land a quality free agent contract and the starting opportunity he had toiled four years to obtain. All rights reserved. Doug Murray/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. He played basketball, not football -- except for video games of the sport. He was named to the Pro Football Writers of America All-NFC Team and ESPN All-Rookie Team in 2018. The Texans beat the Bills 22-19. Springville resident and veteran Leanne Hull walked away with a new set of wheels + more. Feliciano also hopes his story, in its entirety, may help a child in a situation like the one he once found himself. Jon wanted to quit school to take care of her. (AP Photo/Ben Margot), Oakland Raiders center Jon Feliciano (76) watches pregame warmups before a Week 7 NFL game against the Kansas City Chiefs, October 19, 2017 in Oakland, Calif. Jon Feliciano gives positive Bills update on free agency status. Houston won 22-19 in overtime. He played college football at Miami.[1][2]. Hes the son of parents Alica and Rafael Sr., who divorced when Feliciano was 10 years old, per The Buffalo News. I know he's a hell of a player and I know he's a nasty little guy. Morse picks up the oncoming linebacker and Feliciano obliterates the safety driving him into the ground with his full body weight as Allen scoots untouched into the end zone. Hard work paid off when Feliciano accepted a full scholarship to the University of Miami, finally ensuring he'd the security of a place to stay. "He was headed home and he went into the guard rail.". The Bills beat the Patriots 38-9. Preparing for the physicality is a straightforward process; finding a way to manage the mental hardship takes a little more nuance. All rights reserved. He thought about the University of Miami, the only place he ever wanted to go to college. Jon Feliciano is another play who joined that list, although his familiarity is with general manager Joe Schoen and head coach Brian Daboll. (Eric Bakke via AP), Buffalo Bills offensive lineman Jon Feliciano (76) blocks Seattle ldefensive end Rasheem Green (94) during an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020 in Orchard Park, N.Y. The fact that Feliciano could run, let alone play football, should be regarded as a minor miracle. [3], In May 2014, Feliciano graduated from the University of Miami with a bachelors degree in Human Resources Management. He's the son of parents Alica and Rafael Sr., who divorced when Feliciano was 10 years old, per The Buffalo News. A: Yeah, I mean honestly when I saw that (Head Coach Brian Daboll) Dabs got the job and then I got released, it was definitely one of the teams that first came to mind, just having that familiarity with Daboll and (Offensive Line Coach) Bobby (Johnson). John Amis/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. "Anytime you see someone do something the right way and they work hard for it and they earn it just knowing him as a person and how good a person he is that could not have happened to anyone better. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth), Buffalo Bills offensive guard Jon Feliciano (76) in action during an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Houston Texans, Saturday, Jan. 4, 2020, in Houston. Photo by Jeffrey T. Barnes. He was placed on injured reserve on December 11, 2018 with a calf injury. Perry Knotts/ 2021 Perry Knotts Photography. I take a lot of pride in knowing that stuff. "When I'm out there, it's like a dream. What endeared him to the veteran linemen in front of him on the Oakland depth chart was the way he absorbed and applied what he learned. . In short, Feliciano is determined to win every snap, and is not shy about finishing someone on a play and then telling them about it. His younger brother Chris is deaf -- and Jon's inspiration. According to Jon, Feliciano's mother, Alicia, took his brother out to celebrate with friends. (Cooper Neill via AP), Buffalo Bills offensive guard Jon Feliciano (76) reacts during an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019, in Orchard Park, N.Y. Baltimore won 24-17. Jon Feliciano. depending on what position I felt like I was going to play that week with injuries or what not. With K.O. She wanted to move far away, so she left her family and home in New York with $300 in her pocket and a car worth $200 and headed to Florida. The loss of a child is heartbreaking to hear, and for the family who loses that child, its unbearable. (Ryan Kang via AP), Buffalo Bills offensive lineman Jon Feliciano (76) waits for the snap against the Houston Texans in an NFL wild-card playoff football game, Saturday, Jan. 4, 2020, in Houston. Q: Do you think it's going to be a hard transition to be a starting center? He once again helped anchor an offensive line that paved way for Hurricanes offense that averaged 425.8 yards of total offense and 33.8 points per game. Jon Feliciano signed a three year contract with the Buffalo Bills on March 22, 2021. All rights reserved. But after a few months, Alicia finally broke down. "When we have a lot of jawing up front that makes me play better. She took Jon to lunch and delivered the news. Golden said. He worked his aoff. 5. When Bills offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey addressed the media on Monday, September 12, he was not at all surprised that Daboll shined in his head coaching debut, or that he went viral for his postgame locker room dance moves. "Ive been struggling since," Feliciano said. Jeffrey T. Barnes/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. So it took some adjusting on my part.". What do the two of you bring? He got the heartbreaking news when the team flight landed in Tennessee yesterday. He is proud of his uncle!, while another person wrote, That is awful. But there were times I didn't know what house I'd be able to stay at," he said. If your parents can't, you can be the one.'". The Ravens won the game 30-17. After a sleepless night spent trying to comfort his distraught mother, Feliciano took comfort in his younger brother Chris' absence (he was in New York, with their father) for the entire ordeal. "They were veterans and understood where my frustrations were.". Feliciano said he draws his inspiration from his younger brother, Chris, who was born deaf. "It was really late at night, and he possibly fell asleep at the wheel," Palmer explained. "After a few plays Mike Daniels comes over to me and says, 'Hey, you all better talk to this rookie! And the fact that he was so patient. Dropping into his set, the opposing defensive tackle loops outside, leaving Feliciano with the option to go find work. You better talk to this rookie!' "He eventually broke the door in on me and started trying to hit her again," Feliciano said. [11] Feliciano also earned his first Pro Bowl ballot mention. She moved to New York during his junior year of high school, while he stuck it out in Florida, hoping desperately to create a better future through football. (G. Newman Lowrance via AP), Buffalo Bills guard jon Feliciano (76) during the second half of an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Orchard park, N.Y., Sunday Sept. 12, 2021. It seems like there's a lot of physicality, a lot of intensity that you guys can bring to this line. He has come too far to lose sight of where he started. "OK," Feliciano said. Jon always loved football, but he could not afford to play in the local Optimist league. KK: . I feel like if I can help a kid in any way, I can tell them, 'Even if you're a child, take a stand. And part of convincing people that he could be a starter would be rooted in making the most of every chance he had to be on the field. All rights reserved. They would sometimes sleep at a cousin's house or in their car. On March 9, 2022, he was waived by the Bills. In the early 2000s, Jon and his family moved to Davie, Florida where he eventually enrolled at Western High School, playing basketball and football. Family isn't just people related by blood. All the years of hiding the truth took a toll on Feliciano's relationship with his mother. ', Brian Daboll: Leader of men. Feliciano was a three-time All-ACC honorable mention selection at Miami, where he started 46 of 48 games for the Hurricanes. The Packers won 20-12. But the second half of the game was a different story as the team battled back to win the game. Q: I know you played mostly guard, certainly some center, and the Giants say you're coming here to play center. I believe the same thing watching (Quarterback Daniel Jones) Danny Dimes play. Throughout these formative years, Feliciano dealt with periods of homelessness and hunger. Parents: Not Available: Wife: Not Available: Sibling: Not Available: Children: Not Available : Jon Feliciano Net Worth. The Browns defeated the Bills 19-16. "I've always liked the name Shawn for a girl," Shannon said. In a normal year, bringing Jon Feliciano back into the fold with the Bills offensive line would seem like an easy decision. "I went to school a few days after and they pulled me into the office," Feliciano said. In college I played tackle, I played both tackles and then left guard. He doesn't know who he's messing with! (AP Photo/Duane Burleson), Buffalo Bills guard Jon Feliciano waves to Bills fans during pre-game warmups before an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Jan. 23, 2022 in Kansas City, Mo. The Bills defeated the Chiefs 38-20. The Texans defeated the Bills 22-19. He told me that his 1-year-old nephew drowned yesterday. Alicia was diagnosed with cancer again several years ago and had her uterus removed. Jon Feliciano was born on 10 February, 1992 in Davie, Florida, United States, is an American football guard. Catching the eye of coach Tommie Robinson, he was given a scholarship to play for the University of Miami. I believe he's going to be a really good quarterback, especially if he has some time. Cole's role in Feliciano's journey took a tragic turn last year. "My first impression was who is this big guy with tattoos of cartoon characters who is trying to fight everyone with his attitude," Jackson told Buffalobills.com. The starters are excellent players, but it is Feliciano who has played at center, guard and tackle when needed. [7], On December 22, 2017, Feliciano was placed on injured reserve. "What I deserve is for you to stay in school.". [3] Despite having received offers from the University of Akron, Florida International University and San Diego State University, to name a few, Felicianos heart was set on being a Hurricane. Doctors told Alicia Feliciano that her son would never play sports. [9], On March 13, 2019, Feliciano signed a two-year $8 million contract with the Buffalo Bills.[10]. Jon Feliciano contract and salary cap details, full contract breakdowns, salaries, signing bonus, roster bonus, dead money, and valuations. Shannon and his father, Rafael Sr., who has maintained a relationship with Feliciano through the years even from a distance, provide support. Ive been struggling since, Feliciano said. The lineman's journey to the Giants comes full circle with his dad, a former MTA bus driver. Shortly after, Alicia moved back to Florida with her parents, who bought a house for them to live in. "When I got around those guys it was hard to have a bad day," he said. National analysts and Bills players give their take on the state of the AFC East. A: I first met Mark in 2015, at the East-West Shrine Game. The Texans defeated the Bills 22-19. Police records confirm Rafael Feliciano's arrest for battery on the evening of Oct. 28, 2007. Feliciano has started 38 games since then while facing even more difficulty at home. "Jon has earned the respect of both players and coaches, and he is a very important part of the depth and chemistry of the offensive line," Tice stated. "He always watched and paid attention. Buy Bills Tickets. He's had to come up the hard way and he's worked his a-- off to have a great career. When she left, Jon spent as much time at school as possible, arriving first thing in the morning and staying until the last person left. Hes awesome. It's not your fault.' Cole continuously encouraged Feliciano, even when others questioned whether the lineman had what it would take to make it in football. [14] He was activated on December 11. The Bills defeated the Broncos 48-19. Then the phone rang. That's because of his mind and never being in a bad position and being able to read defenses the way he does, I tried to pick his brain and learn like that.". However, Feliciano did admit he was feeling some type of way in the moment. We've been in the league for seven years now, so watching film, whenever you know a guy, it always makes film a lot easier to watch, so you can watch them, especially if you guys are playing, at the time I was playing the same position as him. Even after years passed with little to no contact with his older brother, it's not easy for Feliciano retell the circumstances. Feliciano once again earned All-ACC honorable mention from the ACSMA. A year later, Jon arrived at Miami, but he started doubting whether he belonged. Brett Carlsen/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. But for the most part he didn't come to me for too much overall.". Kevin Sabitus/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. (Scott Boehm via AP), Oakland Raiders guard Jon Feliciano looks on from the sidelines in action against the Denver Broncos during an NFL football game on Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017 in Denver. (AP/ Photo Jeffrey T. Barnes), Buffalo Bills guard Jon Feliciano looks over the defense as he gets set for a play against the Kansas City Chiefs during the NFL AFC Championship football game, Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021 in Kansas City, Mo. Buffalo Bills offensive guard Jon Feliciano (76) plays against the New England Patriots in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane), Buffalo Bills offensive guard Jon Feliciano (76) lines up against the Tennessee Titans in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 6, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski), Buffalo Bills guard Jon Feliciano (76) prepares for the snap during an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019, in Cleveland. "Jon is a very smart football player," Tice said. [16], On March 16, 2022, Feliciano signed a one year contract with the New York Giants. It's been a work in progress for a long time here. "I'm going to commit right now. Jon Feliciano accepted his scholarship from Miami as soon as it was offered. "I was between [them], trying to break it up. Can you talk about that transition? He was placed on injured reserve on November 6, 2021 with a calf injury. (Cooper Neill via AP), Buffalo Bills guard Jon Feliciano, right, faces off against New England Patriots defensive lineman Nick Thurman at the line of scrimmage in the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 28, 2020, in Foxborough, Mass. It fuels me," said Feliciano. (AP/ Photo Jeffrey T. Barnes), Buffalo Bills offensive guard Jon Feliciano (76) on the sideline against the Detroit Lions during an NFL preseason football game, Friday, Aug. 13, 2021, in Detroit. One of Jos's most memorable moments was on December 1, 1987 when he joined other entertainment legends in having his star permanently implanted on the world-renowned "Hollywood Walk of Fame.". Feliciano can earn additional $2.4 million through performance . That's the other reason I liked him so much. Jon and Alicia struggle to reveal all the details of their past, but it has shaped them both. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga), Buffalo Bills guard Jon Feliciano (76) lines up against the Denver Broncos during the second half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec.. 19, 2020, in Denver. Originally a fourth-round selection by the Raiders in the 2015 NFL Draft, Feliciano has played in 82 regular-season games with 39 starts. He doesn't look like a football player, but then he gets on the field and he's dominant. "It just taught me to be strong," Jon says. (Kevin Terrell via AP), Buffalo Bills guard Jon Feliciano (76) lines up against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the second half of an NFL football game in Orchard Park, N.Y., Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020. What do you know about that, and what have you been told about what the offensive line is going to look like here moving forward? Jon Feliciano: My parents both have a lot of tattoos. "There are some things I'm finding out now that you had a clue about but you didn't know to what extreme.". "No matter what you're going through, you'll get through it if you keep a positive attitude and work hard. A: It was definitely I wanted to play center. Giants head coach Brian Daboll, the Bills former beloved offensive coordinator, was celebrated for bringing the bold decisions he made to help the Giants win their season-opener, especially going for that two-point conversion. At Feliciano's wedding, Cole was the best man and toasted the happy couple. Feliciano, to this day, considers the what-ifs, in terms of growing up living free from the fear of such volatile outbursts. In the late 1980s, Feliciano began a family with Susan Omillion, whom he had met in 1971 and married in 1982; he had previously been married, in the 1960s, to Hilda Perez, the manager of one of the caf s where he had performed early in his career. We always say it's a great story. The Raiders went 12-3 in 2016, their best record in 14 years, but an injury to quarterback Derek Carr in the final game of the regular season contributed to a quick exit from the playoffs. The Raiders defeated the Chiefs 31-30. Woodlynne is a borough in Camden County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey.As of the 2020 United States census, the borough's population was 2,902, a decrease of 76 (2.6%) from the 2010 census count of 2,978, which in turn reflected an increase of 182 (+6.5%) from the 2,796 counted in the 2000 census. 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A post shared by Jon Plump CaramelFeliciano (@jonathanfeliciano), Fans across the league sent well wishes to Feliciano and his family. His nasty demeanor on the field was developed at the U. Feliciano had no idea what to expect. My mom was yelling. G. Newman Lowrance/2021 G. Newman Lowrance. He wants others to know they're not alone. Feliciano looked at him and thought, "Do you see what I see? Jeffrey T. Barnes/2021.Associated Press. Getty After the first spring, he went in for his exit interview with Golden. Michael Ainsworth/Copyright 2019 The Associated Press. she recalled. His brother turned 18 only a few months after Feliciano first struggled to pull on football pads. Justin Edmonds/Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. As a child, Feliciano was more interested in designing and playing video games and basketball than in football. "His play says it fine by itself. I got to know him there. You won it for your nephew today. Football will get me there. ", "Are you sure?" So, from those first four years, I got to learn center and I really fell in love with it. Originally a fourth-round pick out of the University of Florida by Denver in 2015, Garcia has made 39 regular-season starts at left guard, nine at right guard, and four at center. "I'll watch your highlight tape, and we'll see how it goes.". Ben Margot/Copyright 2017 The Associated Press. Cole cheered his friend's every accomplishment. May 20, 2022 11:27 am ET. A junior offensive lineman at the time, the 6-foot-4, 280-pound Feliciano put together a highlight tape to hand-deliver to the coach recruiting his area, Tommie Robinson. Instead, he grew up idolizing Ray Lewis and Sean Taylor and dreamed about playing tight end for the Canes. This past Sunday against the Giants, a designed quarterback sweep to the right requires Feliciano and Morse to pull as lead blockers on the play. Jon, his mother and younger brother moved to South Florida in the mid-90s. She told him her hairdresser was at fault. All rights reserved. It wasn't too big for him and he was ready to make plays.". Feliciano named his daughter Shawn Cole in his memory. (AP Photo/D. "I had to get Sean's approval to date Jon.". He got the news shortly after arriving in Tennessee on Sunday. "I'm committing to Miami. Feliciano and West initially wanted to sneak down to the field when the game ended, but there were too many people to make it far. All rights reserved. When fall camp opened, Feliciano competed for a starting job. 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The 6-foot-4, 243-pound Akins spent his first four seasons with the Houston Texans, who originally selected him in the third round (98th overall) of the 2018 NFL Draft. Things escalated, Feliciano recalled, as his mother called her own parents while her oldest son battered the door. : @NFLonFOX & Giants App pic.twitter.com/pWExffHNTd, New York Giants (@Giants) September 11, 2022. And for those who still don't know who Jon Feliciano is, Lee Smith is convinced they'll know soon enough. Stoutland asked. All rights reserved. "But he didn't. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. He had no home. Now he's playing professionally as an adaptable lineman for the Oakland Raiders. Feliciano told the media on Wednesday that he learned center from playing with three-time Pro Bowler Rodney Hudson with the Raiders and fell in love with the position. The borough is the state's eighth-smallest municipality. "Jon, we want to offer you a scholarship to the University of Miami," he said. Our thoughts go out to Feliciano and his family during this tragic time. "They helped me to see the light at the end of the tunnel," he said. Feliciano said he will never forget one night in particular. Feliciano was born in New York, but grew up in Florida . The Titans beat the Bills 34-31. (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP), Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) celebrates with offensive guard Jon Feliciano (76) after throwing a 1-yard touchdown pass to tackle Donald Penn (72) during the second half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Tampa, Fla., Sunday, Oct. 30, 2016. The summer before his freshman year of high school, a friend asked him to go check out football practice. Q: What do you know about this organization and their desire to sort of rebuild the offensive line? Feliciano is content to be a quality contributor to the Raiders when called upon, even if it doesn't get much attention. you learn quick that there are some people who do things that you just can't do. "I didn't know how to put on the pads.". Then they sign K.O. (Margaret Bowles via AP), Buffalo Bills guard Jon Feliciano (76) smiles on the bench during an NFL game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021 in Kansas City, Mo. "I would just focus on school and playing football and playing basketball. The position breakdown of those 43 starts is 30 at right guard, 11 at left guard and two at center. Get to know Jon Feliciano! Feliciano has a football career, a college degree and a future. (Kevin Terrell via AP), Oakland Raiders offensive lineman Jon Feliciano (76) runs during a week 2 preseason NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers, Thursday, Aug. 18, 2016, in Green Bay, Wis. Jets safety Jamal Adams tries to loop underneath Williams, but Feliciano steps off the combo block and hammers Adams, stopping him dead in his tracks. His younger brother Chris is deaf -- and Jon's inspiration. Feliciano anchored an offensive line that paved way for the third-best passing offense (295.4) and fifth-best total offense (440.2) in the ACC. He worked for it. Feliciano's nickname is "Mongo," which was given to him by his late friend Sean Cole. Top 7 storylines for Bills vs. Bengals | Week 3, What theyre saying: National analysts break down Buffalos 2-0 start, Quick Hits: Tight end Tyler Kroft cleared for full practice participation. In December, Cole, only 22, died after being taken off life support. Ellis, 6-2 and 350 pounds, has played in 100 regular-season games with 50 starts for the Raiders (2014-18) and Ravens (2019-21). Born in East Meadow, New York, Jon, his mother and younger brother moved to South Florida in the mid-90s. Can you talk about your relationships with some of the people that are here? It looked like a Brian Daboll-coached team playing fast and physical.. He was violent.". Feliciano was crushed. When it was time for his opportunity to come, he was prepared. She and Jon decided on a slightly different spelling of their friend's first name. Ed Zurga/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. All rights reserved, Al Tielemans/2019 Al Tielemans via AP Images, Rick Scuteri/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. Cornerbacks Adoree' Jackson (knee) and Fabian Moreau (oblique) were also out with reports indicating that Jackson is going to miss a month or more. pic.twitter.com/W4e0qJFpNy, Dan Fetes (@danfetes) September 11, 2022. When Robinson came out, Feliciano gave him the tape. Alicia reluctantly agreed. It was Miami offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland. "That was one of the reasons I started playing football. "I have my wife, Sean -- although he's gone now -- Josh and my dad, and they've helped me," Feliciano said. The Titans won 34-31. [3], Feliciano was drafted by the Oakland Raiders in the fourth round, 128th overall, in the 2015 NFL Draft. Despite his young age at the time, he was a constant source of support for Feliciano in Davie. A year later, Jon arrived at . 2. The Raiders won 30-24. Upon his return to Florida after spending the offseason in California with the Felicianos, Cole crashed his vehicle into a Davie canal in a single-car accident in August. "I did a good job of staying away from the bad stuff in my life, realizing that it wasn't the norm. And he looked me dead in the eye and said, 'I don't care.' Center Jon Feliciano, right tackle Tyre Phillips, and guard Josh Ezeudu all suffered neck injuries and they were listed as out of practice Monday. See Full Boxscore. Taking to his social media account via Twitter, Feliciano sent a goodbye message out: It's been great Buff Jonathan Feliciano (@MongoFeliciano) March 9, 2022 Moments later, a report from the Buffalo News stated that the Bills released the 30-year-old.. Jon Feliciano spent nights in a condemned mobile home. Though Feliciano remembers other incidents when his brother was physically aggressive, none escalated to the point of police involvement. (Cooper Neill via AP), Buffalo Bills offensive guard Jon Feliciano (76) lines up on the line of scrimmage during in an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Houston Texans, Saturday, Jan. 4, 2020, in Houston. "We told him, 'You can do this.'". Giants center Jon Feliciano was playing with a heavy heart today. Feliciano delivers a punishing block on Giants' defensive back Deandre Baker on Josh Allen's six-yard touchdown run. "Promise me you'll go to school and become somebody," she told him. But due to COVID-19, the salary cap is set to drop. Feliciano took that same approach when it came to battling for a starting job with the Raiders, but his hopes to land the starting right guard position with Webb an impending free agent were soon dashed when Oakland signed free agent Kelechi Osemele to a record-setting contract. If I can get through this, I don't think there will be anything in my life harder to get through.". I was not fond of them paying him 'X' amount of money. He made his first career start at left guard, as a redshirt freshman, against Ohio State in 2011. "He's a junkyard dog," said Lee Smith, who has been Feliciano's teammate since his rookie year in 2015, first in Oakland and now in Buffalo. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus), Buffalo Bills guard Jon Feliciano (76) blocks during an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Matt Durisko), Buffalo Bills offensive guard Jon Feliciano (76) during an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri), Buffalo Bills offensive guard Jon Feliciano (76) lines up during an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys in Arlington, Texas, Thursday, Nov. 28, 2019. Whether as a backup or a starter, Feliciano has proven himself to be a reliable member of the Raiders' offensive line, earning praise from line coach Mike Tice. 2023 The Buffalo Bills. We charted what each week would look like if it were a song on the Buffalo Bills' Don't Blink album. Broward County Court records indicate Feliciano's brother entered a plea of "not guilty" at his arraignment. So he had to start in his place and that week we had the Packers, and they had Mike Daniels at defensive tackle. I'm too happy for him.". The Browns defeated the Bills 19-16. "Jon is very quiet, when it comes to his emotions," Shannon explained. 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