It’s conference championship weekend, so with a few college football games taking place on Friday and Saturday, let’s take a look at the Indianapolis Colts’ safeties before they were in the NFL.
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Aug 29, 2019; Provo, UT, USA; Utah Utes defensive back Julian Blackmon (23) runs back an interception for a touchdown past Brigham Young Cougars running back Emmanuel Esukpa (33) at LaVell Edwards Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Swinger-USA TODAY SportsNov 2, 2019; Seattle, WA, USA; Utah Utes defensive back Julian Blackmon (23) intercepts a pass intended for Washington Huskies tight end Cade Otton (87) during the third quarter at Husky Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports
Nick Cross – Maryland
Nov 9, 2019; Columbus, OH, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes running back J.K. Dobbins (2) tackled by Maryland Terrapins defensive back Nick Cross (3) during the first quarter at Ohio Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Maiorana-USA TODAY SportsOct 24, 2020; Evanston, Illinois, USA; Northwestern Wildcats quarterback Peyton Ramsey (12) runs for a touchdown as Maryland Terrapins defensive back Nick Cross (3) tries to tackle him during the first half at Ryan Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports
Ronnie Harrison – Alabama
Jan 9, 2017; Tampa, FL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Ronnie Harrison (15) in the 2017 College Football Playoff National Championship Game against the Clemson Tigers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY SportsJan 8, 2018; Atlanta, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs running back Sony Michel (1) runs the ball against Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Ronnie Harrison (15) during the fourth quarter in the 2018 CFP national championship college football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports
Rodney Thomas – Yale
Oct 16, 2021; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; Yale Bulldogs linebacker Rodney Thomas II (26) tackles Connecticut Huskies running back Kevin Mensah (34) during the second half at Rentschler Field at Pratt & Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY Sports
Darren Hall – San Diego State
SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 09: Darren Hall #23 of the San Diego State Aztecs reacts after intercepting during the first half of a game against the Nevada Wolf Pack at Qualcomm Stadium on November 09, 2019 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)Dec 21, 2019; Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA; San Diego State Aztecs cornerback Darren Hall (23) celebrates after scoring on a 20-yard fumble recovery in the fourth quarter against the Central Michigan Chippewas during the New Mexico Bowl at Dreamstyle Stadium. San Diego State defeated Central Michigan 48-11. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Trevor Denbow – SMU
Oct 24, 2019; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars running back Mulbah Car (34) is tackled by Southern Methodist Mustangs safety Trevor Denbow (16) during the game at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-USA TODAY SportsOct 21, 2021; Dallas, Texas, USA; Tulane Green Wave wide receiver Jha’Quan Jackson (4) catches a pass against Southern Methodist Mustangs linebacker Trevor Denbow (16) in the third quarter at Gerald J. Ford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
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