Impact The rookie out of USC was forced to miss the Vikings' final two games due to a shoulder issue, but he was productive when he saw the field. Blackmon started only three games, playing primarily as a rotational cornerback in Minnesota's secondary in 2023, and he was still able to finish third on the team in pass deflections. The 24-year-old could very well be in for a larger role in his sophomore season after impressing throughout the year.
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