Julian Blackmon's health concerns arise ahead of preseason opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Julian Blackmon left practice early on Saturday with a knee injury, raising concerns about his ability to remain healthy for the season. The 27-year-old safety previously faced significant injuries, including a torn labrum that sidelined him for the entire 2025 season. He returned to practice the following day, indicating the knee issue may not be serious. Saints fans are monitoring the situation as the team prepares for the 2026 season.
- •Blackmon left practice early due to a knee injury.
- •He returned to practice the next day.
- •He suffered a torn labrum in the 2025 season opener.
- •Blackmon has a history of significant injuries since 2019.
- •Saints continue preparations for the 2026 season.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Is Julian Blackmon’s ability to stay healthy worth concern?
"For this week’s overreaction, the veteran safety’s injury history warrants some concern ahead of the preseason opener.
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