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Colts free agent S Julian Blackmon visiting Bills

Indianapolis Colts free-agent safety Julian Blackmon is visiting the Buffalo Bills this week as the second wave of free agency ramps up.

The former third-round pick out of Utah is the biggest name the Colts currently have on the market after re-signing a handful of their top free agents.

Blackmon has produced well during his time with the Colts even though he’s dealt with a bit of an injury history.

Coming off his best season in the NFL, Blackmon switched to the strong safety position. He thrived in that role, recording career-high marks in tackles (88), solo tackles (55), tackles for loss (five), interceptions (four) and passes defensed (eight).

According to Pro Football Focus, Blackmon also thrived in coverage. He allowed a 70.5% reception rate and a 57.5 passer rating on 44 targets.

The Colts have a massive need to fill the strong safety position this offseason so it will be interesting to see what comes of Blackmon’s visit with the Bills.

Story originally appeared on Colts Wire