Reed Blankenship
Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Reed Blankenship - NFL Career Overview
Personal Information:- Date of Birth: March 2, 1999
- College: Middle Tennessee State University
- Position: Defensive Back (DB)
Professional Career:
- Team: Philadelphia Eagles (PHI)
- Years Active: 2022 - Present
Career Highlights and Accomplishments:
- Signed as an undrafted free agent by the Philadelphia Eagles in 2022.
- Made a notable impact during the 2022 NFL season, contributing on special teams and in defensive packages.
- Demonstrated versatility and strong tackling skills, earning recognition among coaches and teammates.
- Continued to develop as a key player in the Eagles' defensive backfield through the 2023 season.
Playing Style:
Reed Blankenship is known for his strong football IQ, ability to read plays, and solid tackling technique. His experience at Middle Tennessee helped him hone skills that translate well to the professional level.
Future Outlook:
As of 2024, Blankenship is expected to remain a valuable part of the Eagles' defensive strategy, with opportunities for increased playing time and responsibilities in the coming seasons.
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College Career
2021 Middle Tennessee defensive leader
Reed Blankenship started all 13 games in 2021 and led Middle Tennessee with 110 tackles. He added a career-high 10 tackles for loss, nine pass breakups, three fumble recoveries and two forced fumbles.
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Career Accomplishments
School tackle record
Blankenship became Middle Tennessee's all-time tackle leader during the 2021 game against Charlotte.
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MFT PLAYER RANKINGS
Current player ranking
MFT Score: 75.4
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