Rodrigo blankenship net worth and biography
Rodrigo Blankenship Net Worth:
Rodrigo Blankenship is an American football placekicker who currently plays for the Indianapolis Colts of the National Football League (NFL). As of 2023, his net worth is estimated to be around $1.5 million.
Rodrigo Blankenship Biography:
Rodrigo Blankenship was born on September 21, 1995, in Marietta, Georgia. He grew up in a sports-loving family and was introduced to football at a young age. Blankenship's father, Mark, was a high school football coach, and his mother, Lisa, was a cheerleader.
Blankenship attended Marietta High School, where he played football, soccer, and track and field. He was a standout kicker and punter, earning All-State honors in both football and soccer. After high school, he received a scholarship to play football at the University of Georgia.
At Georgia, Blankenship was a four-year starter and became one of the most successful kickers in school history. He holds the school record for most consecutive field goals made (23) and is second all-time in career field goals (74). Blankenship was also a Lou Groza Award semifinalist in 2018 and a Ray Guy Award semifinalist in 2019.
The Indianapolis Colts selected Blankenship in the seventh round (252nd overall) of the 2020 NFL Draft. He made his NFL debut on September 13, 2020, and has since become the team's primary kicker. In his rookie season, Blankenship made 25 of 31 field goal attempts and 34 of 36 extra points, earning a Pro Bowl alternate selection.
Personal Life:
Blankenship is known for his strong faith and is often seen wearing a "Faith Over Fear" wristband during games. He is also an avid outdoorsman and enjoys hunting and fishing in his free time.
Career Statistics:
- Games played: 32
- Field goals made: 64
- Field goal attempts: 83
- Extra points made: 54
- Extra point attempts: 64
- Points scored: 246
Awards and Accolades:
- Pro Bowl alternate selection (2020)
- Lou Groza Award semifinalist (2018)
- Ray Guy Award semifinalist (2019)
Social Media:
- Twitter: @RodrigoBlankens
- Instagram: @rodrigo_blankenship