(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. (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. His mother was outraged. Feliciano said he will never forget one night in particular. 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. He had no home. 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. 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 won, 17-3. Before his freshman year, Feliciano attended an open tryout for the Western High School football team, though he needed a friend to help him with some basics. "My mom was very upset, crying. He spent his first four seasons with the Oakland Raiders. Justin Edmonds/Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. "He always watched and paid attention. Catching the eye of coach Tommie Robinson, he was given a scholarship to play for the University of Miami. Football will get me there. Center Jon Feliciano, right tackle Tyre Phillips, and guard Josh Ezeudu all suffered neck injuries and they were listed as out of practice Monday. They rode their bikes over to the field. "I've always liked the name Shawn for a girl," Shannon said. In 2019, Feliciano started all 16 games at right guard for the Bills. 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? Feliciano also hopes his story, in its entirety, may help a child in a situation like the one he once found himself. "He's that dog you just leave out and no matter what comes along that dog is either going to run it off or kill himself trying. Ed Zurga/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. After spending a few days at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Brandon Beane got to know the true heroes who saved Damar Hamlin's life. Sign up for the Giants Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. I was not fond of them paying him 'X' amount of money. His brother turned 18 only a few months after Feliciano first struggled to pull on football pads. Feliciano tested positive fro COVID-19 last week and was briefly hospitalized, but he'll now be able to return. I think you saw that at the end of the game. I got to pick his brain and learn from him, and (Former Raiders Offensive Line Coach) Mike Tice, and (Former Raiders Assistant Offensive Line Coach) Tim Holt, I took those four years of being a rotational guy, a back-up guy, to learn a position that I didn't play in college. All rights reserved. Me and Gabe have more similar body types even though he's bigger and stronger than me. . Following the Giants stunning 21-20 win over the Tennessee Titans on September 11, The Athletics Dan Duggan tweeted, Giants center Jon Feliciano was playing with a heavy heart today. "I'll watch your highlight tape, and we'll see how it goes.". It kept him from stewing about being a backup. I believe we are definitely pretty similar mentality-wise, especially on the field. The position breakdown of those 43 starts is 30 at right guard, 11 at left guard and two at center. (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. Feliciano can earn additional $2.4 million through performance . "Mom was banging on my door, trying to get me to open it, screaming, 'He hit me.' Her youngest son, Christopher, had even more health problems. 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. He made his first career start at left guard, as a redshirt freshman, against Ohio State in 2011. It's not unlike what former Oakland linemate Gabe Jackson witnessed in Feliciano's first start as a rookie in 2015. The Bills defeated the Chiefs 38-20. When Jon was in eighth grade, Alicia developed breast cancer. 5. Feliciano was born in New York, but grew up in. (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. "The whole organization is really excited for this year.". As Josh Allen drops back to pass, Jon Feliciano is on a seek and destroy mission. She wanted to provide for her children, but she no longer could when Jon was a junior and their house was condemned. you learn quick that there are some people who do things that you just can't do. Get to know Jon Feliciano! "I'm thinking I'm the right guard," said Feliciano entering his second NFL season. All rights reserved. If Feliciano wanted to change his fate, he would have to do it himself. Alicia was diagnosed with cancer again several years ago and had her uterus removed. "So I was working my a-- off during that winter to come in and continue to build off of what I did. He just needed a place to fall asleep. Jon Feliciano contract and salary cap details, full contract breakdowns, salaries, signing bonus, roster bonus, dead money, and valuations. You're going to be playing next to him, it sounds like. ", Golden saw much more. Perry Knotts/ 2021 Perry Knotts Photography. 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.. "My first year we were coming around the corner and last season we took our first steps to being relevant," Feliciano said. Yes, helpless. Alicia reluctantly agreed. He watched and learned from seeing other people fail or succeed. (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. Cole, Feliciano and Palmer got matching tattoos: "KMO" -- for "King's Manor originals." He talks a lot, and for some reason, Jon being Jon, he wanted to pick a fight. Both returned home intoxicated. (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. 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. When we start talking and start getting into it, that's where I like things to go. Dan Duggan (@DDuggan21) September 12, 2022. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann), Buffalo Bills guard Jon Feliciano (76) walks off of the field against the Tennessee Titans during an NFL game, Monday, Oct. 18, 2021, in Nashville. 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. On November 6, 2021, a calf injury caused him to be put on injured reserve. His wanting to play football wasn't merely to earn popularity. West, familiar with the stadium layout, knew where the Miami buses would be parked. It was Miami offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland. https://giantswire.usatoday.com/2022/09/13/new-york-giants-jon-feliciano-dealing-with-tragic-loss-of-nephew/, Giants open as 2.5-point home favorites vs. Panthers, Saquon Barkley resurgence is precisely what Giants needed, Cowboys' Dak Prescott won't play vs. Giants in Week 3, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. He was placed on injured reserve on November 6, 2021 with a calf injury. "No matter what you're going through, you'll get through it if you keep a positive attitude and work hard. Feliciano, 6-4 and 325 pounds, has started 26 regular-season games at right guard, 11 at left guard, and two at center. Born in East Meadow, New York, Jon, his mother and younger brother moved to South Florida in the mid-90s. He wants others to know they're not alone. "I was between [them], trying to break it up. 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. Preparing for the physicality is a straightforward process; finding a way to manage the mental hardship takes a little more nuance. . "I had to get Sean's approval to date Jon.". "Jon, we want to offer you a scholarship to the University of Miami," he said. He had no reason to be down, not when he was playing the game his brother never could. The coaches took one look at Jon and told him, "You're going to play football.". In cutting ties with Feliciano, the Bills will save $3.4 million in salary cap space next season. I didn't want to put more pressure on my mother with me being upset or letting her know I was upset. People are going to know who Jon Feliciano is. And he knew the type of person and player Mike Daniels was. Jon always loved football, but he could not afford to play in the local Optimist league. Q: Can you talk about your relationship with Bobby Johnson and how close you guys are? Alicia Feliciano and Rafael Feliciano Jr. did not respond to numerous phone calls and interview requests for this story. "I could have stepped in and said, 'No.' Houston won 22-19 in overtime. At first, I hated him. "I had three years of sitting and learning and at that point I was able to get healthier and not take as many blows to my body, so I should be able to have a longer career. Jon wanted to go back home to help her, but Alicia refused, adamant that he finish college. His four postseason starts were at right guard. I wanted to work out so that I could fight back. (Al Tielemans via AP), Oakland Raiders offensive guard Jon Feliciano (76) during an NFL preseason football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Friday, Aug. 12, 2016, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri), Oakland Raiders offensive lineman Jon Feliciano (76) waits for the snap during an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, Dec. 9, 2018 in Oakland, Calif. (Greg Trott via AP), Oakland Raiders offensive guard Jon Feliciano before the start of an NFL preseason football game against the Tennessee Titans Saturday, Aug. 27, 2016, in Oakland, Calif. (AP Photo/Ben Margot), Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) and offensive guard Jon Feliciano (76) warm up before an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons in Oakland, Calif., Sunday, Sept. 18, 2016. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. I could have helped you.' Everything was how he envisioned, from the coaching staff to the facilities to the campus and community. She kept her diagnosis a secret because she did not want her sons to worry. Encouraged by his best friend Sean Cole and accompanied by his coach Rashad West, Feliciano attended the 2008 University of Miami spring scrimmage with his highlight tape in hand. They left, not knowing what to expect as they drove to a friend's house. Ive been struggling since, Feliciano said. "That was one of the reasons I started playing football. On March 14, 2021, Feliciano signed a three-year, $17 million contract extension with the Bills. A: Not much, but it's kind of probably the same situation as when I went to Buffalo the first time. "They were veterans and understood where my frustrations were.". 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. Golden said. Then Randy Shannon and his staff were fired. Those things kept me away from everything. "The one thing I don't worry about is having to tell anybody st about Jon Feliciano," Smith said sternly. So it took some adjusting on my part.". The Rams defeated the Raiders 19-15. I was crying.". "When we have a lot of jawing up front that makes me play better. And for those who still don't know who Jon Feliciano is, Lee Smith is convinced they'll know soon enough. Frustration and anger had served as fuel many times over for Feliciano. ", Squaaaaaaaaad pic.twitter.com/Nwmuzw74BI. 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. Charles Krupa/Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. [4], In his final season with the Hurricanes, Feliciano started 12 games, splitting time between left guard, left tackle, and right tackle. 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 didn't have a silver spoon childhood by any means. Turns out everything is more than all right. So he had to start in his place and that week we had the Packers, and they had Mike Daniels at defensive tackle. Check out Bay Area safety tracker, Bay Area Life; Sundays at 6:30 p.m. on ABC7. A: I first met Mark in 2015, at the East-West Shrine Game. And I'm like, 'Jon what are you doing?' Our thoughts go out to Feliciano and his family during this tragic time. "OK," Feliciano said. 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. Shortly after Feliciano delivered his highlight tape to Robinson, Miami called and invited him on an unofficial visit. (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. [15], Feliciano was released by the Bills on March 9, 2022. 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. All rights reserved. D. Ross Cameron/Copyright 2018 The Associated Press. I would have liked to know that a few months ago. They were struggling up front, the offensive line was, and our 2019 free agent o-line group, we understood going in that this team had potential if we had the quarterback upright. [3], In May 2014, Feliciano graduated from the University of Miami with a bachelors degree in Human Resources Management. [8], In 2018, Feliciano played in 13 games, starting four at left guard in place of an injured Kelechi Osemele. It literally paid off for him. Cornerbacks Adoree' Jackson (knee) and Fabian Moreau (oblique) were also out with reports indicating that Jackson is going to miss a month or more. The fact that Feliciano could run, let alone play football, should be regarded as a minor miracle. He wanted to try to manage on his own. 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. Parents: Not Available: Wife: Not Available: Sibling: Not Available: Children: Not Available : Jon Feliciano Net Worth. 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