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Jeffrey Chidera Okudah (born February 2, 1999) is an American professional football cornerback for the Houston Texans of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Ohio State, where he was a unanimous All-American in 2019 before being selected by the Detroit Lions third overall in the 2020 NFL draft .
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Apr 11, 2023 · The Lions sent the No. 3 overall pick from the 2020 NFL Draft to the Falcons for a fifth-round pick in 2023. The trade frees up cap space and roster spots for Detroit, while Atlanta gets a young cornerback to pair with A.J. Terrell.
Mar 11, 2024 · The former No. 3 overall pick in 2020 was traded by the Lions to the Falcons last year, but failed to impress in 13 games. He joins the Texans on a one-year deal worth $6 million, while the Falcons have a new defensive coordinator and secondary coach.
Apr 11, 2023 · The Lions sent the former No. 3 overall pick in the 2020 draft to the Falcons, who are rebuilding their defense. Okudah, a cornerback from Ohio State, played 15 games for the Lions in 2022 and recorded his first career pick-six.
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Sep 21, 2023 · Jeff Okudah, who was traded from the Lions to the Falcons in the offseason, will face his former team in Week 3. He reflects on his journey, his role and his progress with his new team.
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