Everyone knows that the best referees are those who can ensure that the game is played fairly and that all players are treated equally. We all think that being an NFL referee is easy but in reality, it is a job that requires a high level of skill and knowledge. When we think of such referees in the NFL who are known for their fairness and unbiased decision-making, the name Clete Blakemani certainly does come to mind.
Clete Blakeman born on June 23, 1964, is an American football official who works in the National Football League (NFL). He wears the uniform number 34. Before his officiating career began he played college football with the Nebraska Cornhuskers football team at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln as a backup quarterback from 1984 to 1987. Blakeman played in the Sugar Bowl in 1987 and won the game against the Southeastern Conference champion LSU. He continued his performance in the upcoming games and in a game against the Jayhawks where Nebraska beat them 70-0 he threw three touchdown passes and ran for another one. In the 1987 season in a game against Kansas, he completed 10-of-12 passes for 100 yards and a touchdown as Nebraska won 54–2.
His officiating career began in 2008 when he was hired by the NFL and served as a field judge from 2008-2009. He also worked in the 2009 AFC Wild Card game. In the 2010 season, he was promoted to referee. His career highlight came when he was chosen to be the referee of Super Bowl 50 between the Denver Broncos and the Carolina Panthers which was held at the Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. After becoming a referee he has been assigned to nine postseason games, which include three conference championship games and Super Bowl 50.
Is Clete Blakeman married?
Clete Blakeman is married to Katie Blakeman and they are blessed with two beautiful children, one is a boy and the other is a girl. The name of the boy is Hudson who is 6 years old and the name of the girl is Maeve who is 8 years old. They have been married since 2010 and are a very loving and caring family. Clete Blakeman is a very private person and he does not share his family life on social media but his family supports his officiating career in the NFL.
Clete Blakeman Family
Glen Blakeman is the father of Clete Blakeman and he was a football and basketball official in Nebraska. Marlene Blakeman is the mother of Clete Blakeman and she is a retired teacher. Chad Blakeman is the brother of Clete Blakeman and he is also a football official and has been officiating for over 10 years and has worked over 100 games.
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FAQs
A. Clete Blakeman was born on June 23, 1964, As of now he is 50 years old.
A. Clete Blakeman is an American football official who works in the National Football League (NFL).
A. Clete Blakeman is married to Katie Blakeman and they are blessed with two beautiful children, one is a boy and the other is a girl.
A. Clete Blakeman wears uniform number 34.
A. He played as a backup quarterback at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
