Remember James Jones? Yeah, the wide receiver who was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the third round back in 2007. He was that dependable wideout who racked up 5,861 yards and 51 touchdowns over nine seasons. Plus, the guy even snagged a Super Bowl ring in 2011. And after hanging up his cleats, Jones didn’t stray far from the game; he jumped into sports media, sharing his insights as an NFL Network analyst.

But just when you thought he was settling into retirement life, Jones surprised not just the Packers fans but the whole NFL fans. As the NFL Scouting Combine started earlier this week, Jones hit up his official ‘X’ handle and shared a glimpse of his workout. And let’s just say, he didn’t skip the chest day. “Combine Week…Retired wideouts…tap in,” he wrote as the former WR was seen doing the bench press. The kicker?

Well, Eli Berkovits, writer at 247Sports revealed on his ‘X’ handle that “DK Metcalf leads all WRs in Combine history with 27 reps on the bench press…James Jones just did 28 reps.” Let’s give a huge round of applause for Jones. And why not? Metcalf, the previous record holder of bench press of all the WRs in the NFL Combine history, is just 27 years old.

Meanwhile, James Jones will turn 41 next month and it’s been almost a decade since he hung up his cleats. But looks like the guy didn’t even miss a single day of the gym post his retirement. Besides, his feat is even more impressive when we consider that the NFL Combine bench press involves pressing 225 pounds as many as times as possible.

DK Metcalf’s 27 reps in 2019 turned heads, especially for a wide receiver, there’s no denying that. But for Jones to surpass that, even after retiring, that speaks volumes about his fitness. A performance strong enough to leave the fans stunned.

Drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the third round of the 2007 NFL Draft, Jones quickly became a reliable target for quarterbacks Brett Favre and Aaron Rodgers. Over nine seasons, he amassed 433 receptions, 5,861 receiving yards, and 51 touchdowns. Notably, he ranks 10th in Packers history for career catches, 12th in receiving yards, and 9th in touchdowns.

One of his most memorable moments came during the 2015 season. After brief stints with the Oakland Raiders and New York Giants, Jones returned to Green Bay following an injury to Jordy Nelson. Donning a hoodie under his jersey—a unique choice that became his signature look—he led the team with 890 receiving yards and eight touchdowns that season. And looks like he is still leaving a mark.

Fans believe James Jones is still a beast

James Jones is well known for many things. Sure, the guy had some highs and lows in his career, but the former Packers’ WR surely knew how to shine on the field. Whether it’s for stepping up in big moments or chemistry with Aaron Rodgers, and who can forget his 2015 comeback when he led the team in receiving yards while wearing a hoodie. Fast forward to now, he’s still making the headlines—this time with his insane bench press record. And the fans can’t get more impressed.

One fan summed it up perfectly: “The dingo, the legend lives.” A short and sweet tribute to the man who spent years making clutch catches for the Packers. And now, he’s making some sweet records off the field. Yeah, the legend definitely lives. Another fan pointed out an underrated detail: “That’s 28 without a spotter. Could have done 30 if he went to failure.” And that’s the real kicker. No assistance, no extra push—just raw power.

And let’s be real—if the guy would have gone till failure, who knows? Maybe he would’ve hit 30, just for fun. Then, there’s the nostalgia factor. One fan got in their feels, saying, “I’m missing that hoodie out on the field.” Uh-huh! Looks like the Packers fans still have a soft spot for Jones. Whether it was his toe-tap sideline grabs or his signature hoodie look during his second-stint with the team, the guy surely left a long-lasting impression.

And of course, some fans kept it simple: “One of my favorite players” and “Beast.” No exaggeration needed. At the end of the day, James Jones didn’t just shock the fans—he reminded everyone that football might be a young man’s game, but strength? That’s a lifelong commitment. And looking at his workout, it’s certain that the guy’s staying committed.