Former top five draft pick Justin Blackmon rejoins Instagram, hints at potential NFL comeback

USATSI Justin Blackmon last appeared in an NFL game in 2013, yet the 31-year-old wide receiver may actually be attempting a comeback. Blackmon resurfaced in the social media world by rejoining Instagram this week (former Jacksonville Jaguars teammate Maurice Jones-Drew confirmed the news on his own Instagram account) and addressed a potential comeback to the NFL when a fan asked him if a Trevor Lawrence to Justin Blackmon connection is coming soon. Blackmon’s response? “Let’s make it happen.” Blackmon does mention on his profile he’s retired, but plans can quickly change if the Jaguars and league are willing to give him another chance. In case the NFL world forgot how good Blackmon actually was when he was on the field, Blackmon was one of the best young wideouts in the league before personal issues halted an incredible start to his career. Blackmon had a promising first season in Jacksonville, leading all rookies in receiving yards (865), while tying for first in receptions (64) and recording five touchdowns. He played just four games for the remainder of his career after a series of arrests and an indefinite suspension by the league for violation of the league’s substance-abuse policy.  I agree that CBS Sports can send…
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