Blake Freeland (born May 3, 2001) is an American professional football offensive tackle for the Cincinnati Bengals of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the BYU Cougars.
Early life and college Freeland was born in Herriman, Utah. He played football at Herriman High School, where he played quarterback his sophomore and junior year and tight end and defensive end as a senior. Freeland then attended Brigham Young University, where he played college football for the Cougars from 2019 to 2022.
Professional career Freeland holds an NFL Combine record for an offensive lineman with a 37" vertical jump.
Indianapolis Colts Freeland was selected by the Indianapolis Colts in the fourth round, 106th overall, of the 2023 NFL draft. He started his first NFL game on October 1, 2023, following an injury to Colts starting left tackle Bernhard Raimann. After two starts at left tackle, he started seven of the final 12 games at right tackle in place of an injured Braden Smith.
On August 18, 2025, Freeland was placed on season-ending injured reserve.
On August 30, 2026, Freeland was waived by the Colts as part of final roster cuts.
Cincinnati Bengals On September 1, 2026, Freeland signed with the Cincinnati Bengals' practice squad.
Personal life Freeland's father, Jim, played linebacker at BYU in the 1990s. Freeland’s mother, Debbie (Diamond) Freeland, played Basketball and Volleyball at BYU in the 1990’s.
References
External links Cincinnati Bengals bio BYU Cougars bio "Blake Freeland was good enough in backing up Bernhard Raimann to get win!" Kent Sterling, via YouTube.com, Oct. 8, 2023. (Video.)