Julian Blackmon makes an impressive goal-line interception
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Julian Blackmon makes an impressive goal-line interception

Posted on by Amelia Pressman

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – Former Utah defensive lineman Julian Blackmon showed off his reaction time with an impressive fourth-quarter interception at New England.

After Zaire Franklin knocked the ball out of the Patriots player’s hands, Blackmon was there to pick up the ball before it hit the turf.

After a 17-yard return, the Colts offense took the field.

Unfortunately, Indy punted almost immediately and New England scored on its next drive. But because of Blackmon’s choice, the Patriots only led by one point instead of two.

On the final drive of the game, the Indianapolis offense marched down the field and scored. They gave it their all with a two-point conversion to take the lead in the final seconds.

Against the Pats, Blackmon recorded six total tackles (five solo), one pass breakup and the interception.

For the former Ute it was the second choice of the year.

About Julian Blackmon

Before his NFL career, Blackmon was a standout player at Layton High School. After his prep career with the Lancers, the safety played college football at the University of Utah from 2016 to 2019.

During his time with the Utes, Blackmon recorded 60 total tackles, 41 solo tackles, four tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, two forced fumbles, four interceptions and four pass breakups in 48 games.

After his career at Utah, Blackmon was selected No. 85 by the Colts in the third round of the 2020 NFL Draft.

During his time in the league, the safety recorded a total of 214 tackles, 163 solo tackles, one sack, two forced fumbles, three fumble recoveries, seven interceptions, one touchdown and 17 pass breakups in 50 games.

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