Derrick Blaylock (born August 23, 1979) is an American football running back in the National Football League who is currently a free agent.

High school career

Blaylock attended Atlanta High School in Atlanta, Texas, and was a standout in football, track, and basketball. In football, he was a three-time All-District selection. In basketball, he was a second team All-District selection and in track, he placed second on the 100 meter dash at the state Class 3A finals with a time of 10.7 seconds, and set the school record in the 100 meter dash with a time of 10.44 seconds.

NFL career

Blaylock scored 4 rushing touchdowns in one game for the Kansas City Chiefs as Priest Holmes' backup on October 24, 2004.

On February 28, 2007, the New York Jets released Blaylock. On May 7, 2007 the Washington Redskins signed Blaylock to a contract. He was cut on September 3, due to an injury settlement.