Browns claim CB Mekhi Blackmon (8.27.26)
Aug. 27, 2026
Browns claim CB Mekhi Blackmon
BEREA, Ohio — The Cleveland Browns have claimed CB Mekhi Blackmon via waivers from Indianapolis. In addition, the team waived WR Cedric Tillman.
Blackmon (5-11, 178) is in his fourth NFL season out of Southern California. Originally selected by Minnesota in the third round in 2023, Blackmon has appeared in 32 career games with 14 starts with the Vikings (2023-24) and Colts (2025). He has recorded 105 career tackles, three interceptions, 15 passes defensed and one sack.
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