Angelo Blackson
Angelo Blackson (born November 14, 1992) is an American football defensive tackle for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Auburn and was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in the fourth round of the 2015 NFL Draft. College career. Blackson attended and played college football at Auburn University from 2011–2014. Professional career. Tennessee Titans. The Tennessee Titans selected Blackson in the fourth round (100th overall) of the 2015 NFL Draft. On May 14, 2015, the Tennessee Titans signed Blackson to a four-year, $2.85 million contract with a signing bonus  of $571,615. On September 2, 2017, Blackson was waived by the Titans. He finished his tenure with the Titans with 24 tackles and 2.5 sacks. New England Patriots. On September 4, 2017, Blackson signed with the New England Patriots' practice squad. Houston Texans. On November 1, 2017, the Houston Texans signed Blackson off the Patriots' practice squad. On March 11, 2019, Blackson signed a three-year, $12 million contract extension with the Texans. In Week 15 of the 2019 season, Blackson blocked a field goal in a 24-21 win over the Titans, earning AFC Special Teams Player  of the Week. On September 5, 2020, Blackson was released by the Texans. Arizona Cardinals. On September 8, 2020, Blackson was signed by the Arizona Cardinals. Chicago Bears. On March 20, 2021, Blackson signed a two-year contract with the Chicago Bears.