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Former Utah defensive back Julian Blackmon injured his shoulder in week one against the Cardinals and might be facing surgery that would be expected to end his season.

Blackmon signed with the New Orleans Saints this offseason after spending the first five years of his career in Indianapolis.

#Saints S Julian Blackmon, an instant contributor after a late signing, is feared to have suffered a torn labrum in the loss to the #AZCardinals , sources say.

They’re still doing tests, but if confirmed, he’s looking at season-ending surgery. A tough blow. pic.twitter.com/F18gru5znb

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 8, 2025

The former Ute was proficient in his debut, and the Saints appeared to have found the Tyrann Matthieu replacement they

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