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Vikings Trade CB Mekhi Blackmon to Colts for 2026 Sixth-Round Pick

Indianapolis seeks cornerback depth following recent secondary injuries.

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Oct 6, 2024; London, United Kingdom; The Minnesota Vikings logo in the end zone at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Minnesota announced the deal Monday night, sending Blackmon to Indianapolis for a 2026 sixth-rounder on the eve of final 53-man cuts.
  • A 2023 third-round pick, Blackmon logged 15 games as a rookie with 41 tackles and an interception, missed 2024 with an ACL tear, and returned for preseason action this month.
  • The Colts moved for help after setbacks in the secondary, including rookie Justin Walley’s ACL injury and recent absences for Kenny Moore II, Jaylon Jones and JuJu Brents.
  • Blackmon joins a reworked Indianapolis defensive backfield featuring Charvarius Ward, Xavien Howard and safety Cam Bynum under coordinator Lou Anarumo.
  • The trade is Minnesota’s third in a week as the Vikings reshuffle their roster and recoup Day 3 draft capital following deals involving Harrison Phillips and Sam Howell.