Sources: Saints eye Blackmon to replace Mathieu

Sources: Saints consider Blackmon as a replacement for Mathieu The New Orleans Saints are in talks to sign free agent safety Julian Blackmon to replace retired Tyrann Mathieu. The Saints have been active in adding to their defense, with safety Justin Reid being the highest-profile addition this offseason. Blackmon, a former third-round pick, has had … Read more

Saints sign former Colts safety Julian Blackmon after Tyrann Mathieu announces retirement, per report

Report: Saints sign Julian Blackmon, former Colts safety, following Tyrann Mathieu’s retirement. The New Orleans Saints’ secondary lost three-time Pro Bowl safety Tyrann Mathieu to retirement, but quickly signed former Indianapolis Colts safety Julian Blackmon as a replacement. Blackmon, who signed a one-year extension with the Colts last season, has recorded seven interceptions over the … Read more

Saints agree to terms with S Julian Blackmon after Tyrann Mathieu’s retirement

Saints sign Julian Blackmon following Tyrann Mathieu’s retirement The Saints are signing safety Julian Blackmon, a free agent who previously played for the Colts. Blackmon, 26, has had a successful career with 300 tackles, 1.5 sacks, 10 interceptions, 21 pass breakups, and two forced fumbles in 66 games. The move comes after veteran safety Tyrann … Read more