Julian Blackmon aims for strong season after injury with Saints
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
New Orleans Saints safety Julian Blackmon is looking forward to the 2026 season after recovering from a shoulder injury that ended his 2025 season after one game. The 2025 opener against the Arizona Cardinals saw Blackmon play every defensive snap before suffering a posterior labrum tear. Reflecting on the setback, he emphasizes gratitude and recognizes the importance of seizing opportunities in the NFL. Blackmon expresses confidence in his abilities and his growing chemistry with fellow safety Justin Reid under defensive coordinator Brandon Staley, aiming to strengthen the Saints' secondary this season.
- •Blackmon played just one game in 2025 due to injury.
- •He is optimistic about the Saints' secondary alongside Justin Reid.
- •Blackmon feels more comfortable entering his second season in the system.
- •He emphasizes communication as essential for their defensive growth.
- •The Saints aim for a stronger defensive performance this season.
- 12:55 PMYahoo Sports — Julian Blackmon says football being taken away changed his outlook
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Julian Blackmon embracing fresh start after injury-shortened first season with Saints
"Saints safety Julian Blackmon is approaching the 2026 season with a different perspective after a significant injury sidelined him for 2025.
"Blackmon says he's approaching 2026 with gratitude and believes the New Orleans secondary is set up for success.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 5, 2026, 12:55 PMJulian Blackmon says football being taken away changed his outlook
Saints safety Julian Blackmon is approaching the 2026 season with a different perspective after a significant injury sidelined him for 2025.
- Yahoo SportsAug 4, 2026, 1:00 PMJulian Blackmon embracing fresh start after injury-shortened first season with Saints
Blackmon says he's approaching 2026 with gratitude and believes the New Orleans secondary is set up for success.
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