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. Ed Zurga/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. Ive been struggling since, Feliciano said. "I've been through a lot," she told him. The offensive lineman used football growing up as an escape and to escape. Even after years passed with little to no contact with his older brother, it's not easy for Feliciano retell the circumstances. "Do you want to talk to your mom about it? A daughter, Shawn Cole Feliciano, born in May to Jon and his wife Shannon, has added to Feliciano's family, which is of Puerto Rican and Sicilian ancestry. Jon, his mother and younger brother moved to South Florida in the mid-90s. Then the phone rang. But there were times I didn't know what house I'd be able to stay at," he said. Get to know Jon Feliciano as he answers 10 questions about himself including the story behind his daughter's name and the reason for his Pokemon tattoos. Police were waiting to see him. Teammates, coaches and childhood friends paint the picture of Hamlin's inspiring character. His other brother is Rafael Feliciano, and his younger brother is Chris Feliciano. The Texans defeated the Bills 22-19. Jon Feliciano accepted his scholarship from Miami as soon as it was offered. "Jon is very quiet, when it comes to his emotions," Shannon explained. He is no longer maintaining a cultural tradition of suppression. 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. (Rick Scuteri via AP), Buffalo Bills offensive guard Jon Feliciano (76) following an NFL preseason football game against the Detroit Lions in Detroit, Friday, Aug. 23, 2019. "Ive been struggling since," Feliciano said. He had no reason to be down, not when he was playing the game his brother never could. The Texans defeated the Bills 22-19. It seems like there's a lot of physicality, a lot of intensity that you guys can bring to this line. Feliciano's nickname is "Mongo," which was given to him by his late friend Sean Cole. A gangly Feliciano, who had yet to fully grow into the 6-foot-4, 325-pound player he is today, moved to Davie, Florida, when he was 10, not long after his parents divorced. Originally a fourth-round selection by the Raiders in the 2015 NFL Draft, Feliciano has played in 82 regular-season games with 39 starts. (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. Both returned home intoxicated. A gangly Feliciano, who had yet to fully grow into the 6-foot-4, 325-pound player he is today, moved to Davie, Florida, when he was 10, not long after his parents divorced. He talks a lot, and for some reason, Jon being Jon, he wanted to pick a fight. He told me that his 1-year-old nephew drowned yesterday. He watched and learned from seeing other people fail or succeed. Giants sign free agent Jon Feliciano to play center Mar 16, 2022 at 03:50 PM Michael Eisen Giants.com Senior Writer/Editor EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. - Jon Feliciano has started 43 NFL games, 39 of them in the regular season. Jon Feliciano contract and salary cap details, full contract breakdowns, salaries, signing bonus, roster bonus, dead money, and valuations. [14] He was activated on December 11. "He was a smart guy," said Jackson. The Raiders defeated the Chiefs 31-30. He just needed a place to fall asleep. Discover Jon Feliciano's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Do you see this as maybe something that could be a long-term thing? [9], On March 13, 2019, Feliciano signed a two-year $8 million contract with the Buffalo Bills.[10]. His father drove a bus in New York. (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. He told me that his 1-year-old nephew drowned yesterday. (Greg Trott via AP), Buffalo Bills guard Jon Feliciano (76) celebrates a fumble recovery during an NFL game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019, in Cleveland. 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. For starting center Jon Feliciano, the struggle was a little . It literally paid off for him. 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. While the Buffalo Bills were able to rest during the NFLs opening slate Sunday games after defeating the Los Angeles Rams 31-10 on Thursday Night Football, former offensive lineman Jon Feliciano was making his debut with the New York Giants, a matchup he entered hours after learning his baby nephew died. Perry Knotts/ 2021 Perry Knotts Photography. Feliciano was born in East Meadow, New York. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack), Oakland Raiders offensive guard Jon Feliciano (76) blocks during a NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, October 8, 2017 in Oakland. We always say it's a great story. That's what I try to emulate. [15], Feliciano was released by the Bills on March 9, 2022. When she worked nights, Jon would take care of his little brother, cooking him dinner or helping with homework. I didn't want to put more pressure on my mother with me being upset or letting her know I was upset. He wants others to know they're not alone. 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. The only thing different is the fifth-year lineman is finally a starter on Buffalo's offensive line. Shortly after, Alicia moved back to Florida with her parents, who bought a house for them to live in. All rights reserved. (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. (Cooper Neill via AP), Buffalo Bills guard Jon Feliciano (76) plays against the Tennessee Titans during an NFL football game on Monday, Oct. 18, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/John Amis), Buffalo Bills guard Jon Feliciano (76) blocks a defender in an NFL game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021 in Orchard Park, N.Y. Jon Feliciano C #76 Experience: 8 years Height: 6-4 Age: 30 Weight: 325 lbs College: Miami Biography Originally a 4th-round (128th pick overall) draft choice by the Oakland Raiders in 2015Signed as a free agent by the Buffalo Bills on March 13, 2019Released by Buffalo on March 10, 2022Signed as a free agent by the Giants on March 15, 2022. "When I got around those guys it was hard to have a bad day," he said. I think you saw that at the end of the game. "That was one of the reasons I started playing football. (Paul Jasienski via AP). 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That junkyard dog had fought damn near everybody in practice. She told the doctors they would be wrong. Alicia was diagnosed with cancer again several years ago and had her uterus removed. He didn't start playing football until the ninth grade, when he was recognized for his size and natural ability. Feliciano was born in New York, but grew up in. You're going to be playing next to him, it sounds like. Feliciano described. [11] Feliciano also earned his first Pro Bowl ballot mention. The Bills won, 17-3. He made his final collegiate career start in the Duck Commander Independence Bowl against South Carolina, helping lead the Hurricane offense to 422 total yards. While Dorsey admitted he wasnt able to watch the game live, as he doesnt have the NFL Sunday Ticket, the coach will be studying film of the matchup in depth this week, as the Bills next tilt is against the Titans on Monday Night Football. You better talk to this rookie!' Technically, he had a home, but it was condemned. The Packers won 20-12. "He was headed home and he went into the guard rail.". All rights reserved, Al Tielemans/2019 Al Tielemans via AP Images, Rick Scuteri/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. 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. Tre'Davious White & Dean Marlowe share stories on how recent communication with the Bills safety fueled today's win. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. 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? All rights reserved. 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. See Full Boxscore. [3] Feliciano was also named to First-team All-Broward by Sun Sentinel. He finished that season with the overall grade of 84%. Jon Feliciano is another play who joined that list, although his familiarity is with general manager Joe Schoen and head coach Brian Daboll. "The cop asked me, 'Do you feel safe with your brother in the house?'" "I had to get Sean's approval to date Jon.". He played college football at Miami.[1][2]. National analysts and Bills players give their take on the state of the AFC East. Giants reportedly agree to terms with OL Jon Feliciano Mar 15, 2022 at 09:10 AM Giants.com According to reports, the Giants have agreed to a deal with veteran offensive lineman Jon Feliciano, pending a physical. In 1988, Melissa Anne Feliciano was born and in 1991, Jonathan Jos . So, from those first four years, I got to learn center and I really fell in love with it. 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. Football became his way out after earning a scholarship at the University of Miami. "Jon, we want to offer you a scholarship to the University of Miami," he said. "When I'm out there, it's like a dream. 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.". ", Golden saw much more. So, we've both got that in common. "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. A look at the latest unconfirmed media buzz and rumors with free agency getting underway this week. Never mind that Miami had never shown any interest in him, even though he went to high school in Davie, Florida, 40 minutes north of the campus. Now the starting right guard for Buffalo, Feliciano is grateful for the football education he received while toiling as an understudy in Oakland. All the years of hiding the truth took a toll on Feliciano's relationship with his mother. Would love your thoughts, please comment. Shortly after Feliciano delivered his highlight tape to Robinson, Miami called and invited him on an unofficial visit. The Bills head coach prioritized the health of Damar Hamlin and his players over football after experiencing a life-changing event on Monday night. [16], On March 16, 2022, Feliciano signed a one year contract with the New York Giants. All rights reserved. The Raiders won 30-24. 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 waited four years and finally got it. According to Feliciano, his mother had coached him on what to say if he was questioned. West, familiar with the stadium layout, knew where the Miami buses would be parked. To know a joke and a smile helps someone who is hurting. It's every fat man's dream (laughs). (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. "So I was working my a-- off during that winter to come in and continue to build off of what I did. All rights reserved. She wanted to provide for her children, but she no longer could when Jon was a junior and their house was condemned. It's not your fault.' "I heard them yelling, screaming, arguing with each other," Feliciano said, remembering how he'd locked himself in his room. His inspirational tale includes a supporting cast and support system to match or beat any sports movie. So it took some adjusting on my part.". Feliciano allowed zero sacks on the season. So he had to start in his place and that week we had the Packers, and they had Mike Daniels at defensive tackle. He's the son of parents Alica and Rafael Sr., who divorced when Feliciano was 10 years old, per The Buffalo News. 5. People are going to know who Jon Feliciano is. As Josh Allen drops back to pass, Jon Feliciano is on a seek and destroy mission. So I always had respect for him because I liked him, but after that day I was like, okay I like this guy.". And for those who still don't know who Jon Feliciano is, Lee Smith is convinced they'll know soon enough. I've been in a lot of people's ears for a lot of years trying to get into the center position. In 2019, Feliciano started all 16 games at right guard for the Bills. Can you talk about your relationships with some of the people that are here? "He's tough, he's durable, and he's versatile, and that's a great combination to have," Golden said. And he looked me dead in the eye and said, 'I don't care.' The Bills activated Feliciano (illness) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday. I was crying.". (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP), Buffalo Bills guard Jon Feliciano (76) defends against Dallas Cowboys defensive end Christian Covington (95) during an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Thursday, Nov. 28, 2019. "What I deserve is for you to stay in school.". All rights reserved. For two years, he wore the braces. And I'm like, 'Jon what are you doing?' If Feliciano wanted to change his fate, he would have to do it himself. All rights reserved, Rick Scuteri/Copyright 2018 The Associated Press. It fuels me," said Feliciano. They rode their bikes over to the field. (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. One person tweeted, Damn! Officially joining the team in 2011, he played in 10 games, starting eight of them. My friends helped me to get to that point.". [2], Feliciano sat out his true Freshman season, participating on the practice squad. Jon wanted to go back home to help her, but Alicia refused, adamant that he finish college. "It was challenging looking back at it, but I really just try to think about the positives. "I'm committing to Miami. He was placed on injured reserve on November 6, 2021 with a calf injury. Ben Margot/Copyright 2017 The Associated Press. But after a few months, Alicia finally broke down. Cole met Feliciano when he shared his Nintendo Gameboy with 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. Photo by Jeffrey T. Barnes. His mom, Alicia, is a two-time cancer survivor. 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. Those things kept me away from everything. On March 14, 2021, Feliciano signed a three-year, $17 million contract extension with the Bills. (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. (Perry Knotts via AP), Buffalo Bills guard Jon Feliciano (76) on the sidelines during an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Doug Murray), Buffalo Bills offensive guard Jon Feliciano (76) stands in position against the Washington Football Team during the second quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Brett Carlsen), Buffalo Bills offensive guard Jon Feliciano (76) stands in a three point stance against the Washington Football Team during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Brett Carlsen), Buffalo Bills guard Jon Feliciano (76) blocks during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021 in Kansas City, Mo. February 12, 2021 5:00 pm ET. "It just taught me to be strong," Jon says. Jon Feliciano getting out to the second level and sealing that LB off was awesome Barkleys burst is BACK #NYG, Cash in on NFL Wild Card Weekend: Bet $5, Get $150 in Free Bets, Alex Wilson (@AlexWilsonESM) September 12, 2022, Hard to comprehend how a person can perform under those circumstances, one person tweeted, while one man wrote, Oh my god props to him for playing man thats rough as hell wishing him the best.. "I went to school a few days after and they pulled me into the office," Feliciano said. "OK," Feliciano said. After suffering a shoulder injury and torn pectoral muscle, Feliciano's 2020 season started when activated on October 27. If I can get through this, I don't think there will be anything in my life harder to get through.". (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth), Oakland Raiders offensive guard Jon Feliciano (76) during an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri), Oakland Raiders offensive guard Jon Feliciano (76) wears pink in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month before an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Jacksonville, Fla., Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016. New York Giants fans are still reeling over the teams upset of the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, but not everyone is reeling in the same direction. "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. The Ravens won the game 30-17. Smith, who as a blocking tight end spent a lot of time with the linemen, worked with Hudson to help Feliciano understand that his time to start would come. In 2008, his mother returned to New York while Feliciano willingly remained in Davie to complete his high school career. The starters are excellent players, but it is Feliciano who has played at center, guard and tackle when needed. Jeffrey T. Barnes/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. "There are some things I'm finding out now that you had a clue about but you didn't know to what extreme.". He was named to the Pro Football Writers of America All-NFC Team and ESPN All-Rookie Team in 2018. His father, who has maintains a presence in Jon's life, flew down from New York for the ceremony, attending with his brothers, grandparents and, of course, Alicia, grateful to be alive to see Jon walk across the stage. "He would beat me up," Feliciano said. Reed Hoffmann/Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. The Texans beat the Bills 22-19. Just the responsibility that is on your hands to come in every week and everything is basically on you. He was violent.". But for the most part he didn't come to me for too much overall.". The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. As a child, Feliciano was more interested in designing and playing video games and basketball than in football. Jon Feliciano signed a three year contract with the Buffalo Bills on March 22, 2021. The team has stumbled to a 2-3 start this season, but Feliciano has contributed in every game. He got the news shortly after arriving in Tennessee on Sunday. 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. Underwater for more than 15 minutes, Cole never regained consciousness. ", How Bills HC Sean McDermott shifted leadership opportunities to his players after he set the culture at One Bills Drive, The Bills are 20-5 in their last 25 regular season games in Buffalo and 3-0 in home playoff games during that stretch. Feliciano earned his second Pro Bowl ballot mention and was the Bills' 2020 Ed Block Courage Award recipient. "Without those guys, I wouldn't have made it," Feliciano said, referring to Cole and Palmer's positive influences in difficult surroundings. The Titans won 34-31. Golden said. According to Jon, Feliciano's mother, Alicia, took his brother out to celebrate with friends. "They were veterans and understood where my frustrations were.". Dan Duggan (@DDuggan21) September 12, 2022. A: Going back to my Oakland days, I had a guy, (Arizona Cardinals Center) Rodney Hudson, who's a top-tier, one-two center, the last 10 years. It's been a work in progress for a long time here. [3], Feliciano started all 13 games during the 2013 season, making 11 starts at left guard and two starts at right tackle. (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. Players share the emotions of playing for Hamlin on Sunday. Throughout his adolescence, Felicianos mothers battle with cancer, spotty employment, and his brothers health challenges caused a great deal of financial and emotional strain on the family. : @NFLonFOX & Giants App pic.twitter.com/pWExffHNTd, New York Giants (@Giants) September 11, 2022. "Sooner or later in this league the lineman in front of you is going to get hurt," said Smith. The hero in Feliciano's story, especially during a difficult period in his last two years of high school, was Cole. Jon Feliciano apparently still holds some ill will about the way things ended for him with the Bills which is especially interesting since two of his main coaches from Buffalo are now his . (Kevin Sabitus via AP), Buffalo Bills guard Jon Feliciano (76) gets set to block during an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. "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. Along with Palmer, they formed a buddy trio, playing outdoors on the hardcourt and inside with their video games. (Kevin Terrell via AP), Oakland Raiders guard Jon Feliciano (76) looks on during a week 12 NFL football game against the Denver Broncos on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2017 in Oakland, Calif. Oakland won 21-14. Cole, Feliciano and Palmer got matching tattoos: "KMO" -- for "King's Manor originals." (Aaron M. Sprecher via AP), Oakland Raiders offensive guard Jon Feliciano (76) against the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL football game in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Dec. 9, 2018. Contract base value is $14.4 million with $4.4 million guaranteed at signing. He is relentless, very tough and a versatile football player.". Feliciano, 6-4 and 325 pounds, has started 26 regular-season games at right guard, 11 at left guard, and two at center. In 2020, James became the first NFL player with at least three receptions of 40+ yards in a game since Kansas City's Tyreek Hill in 2017 and the first member of the 49ers to do so since Jerry Rice in 1995. The Bills defeated the Dolphins 26-11. I look around, like, 'Wow, I'm about to play on this field. (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. Rodney (Hudson), Gabe (Jackson) and K.O. Me and Gabe have more similar body types even though he's bigger and stronger than me. Jon was too proud to tell his coaches what was happening at home; his mother was too proud to ask anybody for help. The Bills defeated the Broncos 48-19. 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. Jon and Alicia struggle to reveal all the details of their past, but it has shaped them both. [12] He had nine starts. Other people were impressed he was still able to play. All rights reserved. Former Buffalo Bills center Jon Feliciano played through a devastating family loss during his debut with the New York Giants. The Rams defeated the Raiders 19-15. A young man who would later play on an NFL offensive line would often feel helpless around his brother, Rafael, older than Jon by three years. The Titans beat the Bills 34-31. A post shared by Jon Plump CaramelFeliciano (@jonathanfeliciano), Fans across the league sent well wishes to Feliciano and his family. "When we have a lot of jawing up front that makes me play better. 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