New Orleans Saints punter Blake Gillikin was randomly drug tested by the NFL after booming 81-yard punt

Sure, the booming punt made it into the end zone for a touchback. But that’s just awe-inspiring stuff from a player who suits up at a position that doesn’t necessarily make headlines.

Apparently, the NFL took note of what Blake Gillikin did in Green Bay Friday night. The league sent him a message on Sunday telling the second-year punter that has has been “randomly” chosen to take a drug test.

“Blake, this is — with the NFL’s drug testing. You were selected for a random in-season drug test. This test will take place, today, 8/21/22, at the facility. The test should be completed before team meeting at 10:00 a.m.,” Gillikin shared on social media.

The NFL really needs to stop with this façade. We’ve seen it multiple times in the past. Players subjected to “random” drug tests after accomplishing something eye-opening on the field.

Back in January 2020, then-Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson was given a random drug test at his season-ending press conference after he dominated defenses during that campaign.

Just because a few of the world's best athletes perform feats beyond their already lofty abilities does not mean there is evidence that athlete is using illegal substances. Blake Gillikin is the latest subject of the NFL’s skepticism.