Browns claim ex-Colts CB Mekhi Blackmon off waivers
Ex-Colts cornerback Mekhi Blackmon found a new team quickly, as he’ll now join the Cleveland Browns.
On Thursday, the Cleveland Browns made a surprising move by claiming recently waived Indianapolis Colts cornerback Mekhi Blackmon off league waivers. In a statement to fans and media, the Browns announced the acquisition of the 27-year-old defensive back, who had been traded to the Colts in late August for a 2026 6th round pick.
Blackmon, a former 2023 3rd round selection of the Minnesota Vikings, had played a significant role for the Colts in their troubled cornerback position last season. Despite recording only 64 tackles (50 solo) and contributing with a sack, two interceptions, and seven pass deflections in 17 games, Blackmon struggled mightily in coverage during his two preseason games, accumulating disciplinary penalties.
In response to the Colts' decision to sign undrafted rookie cornerback Kenneth Harris from Oklahoma State and Arkansas State, the Browns seized the opportunity to bolster their defensive lineup by claiming Blackmon off waivers.
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