Jeff Okudah
NFL player. Position: CB. Team: FA.
Quick Facts
- Position: CB (Cornerback)
- Team: FA (Free Agent)
- Draft: 3rd overall, 2020 (Detroit Lions)
- College: Ohio State
2026 Outlook
Unsigned cornerback released by Minnesota Vikings after injury-plagued 2025 season. Okudah was the third overall pick in 2020 by Detroit and carried expectations as a prototype outside corner with solid size, strong athletic testing, and top-end college production at Ohio State. However, injuries have largely prevented him from reaching his full potential—he missed most of his rookie and sophomore seasons due to injury, suffered a concussion that landed him on injured reserve in 2025, and has appeared in only 12 games over the last two seasons. With Minnesota, he struggled significantly: 93 defensive snaps across 6 games in 2025 with a 146.5 passer rating against and a 32.4 Pro Football Focus grade. The Miami Dolphins are being linked as a potential landing spot due to their desperate need at cornerback and Okudah's willingness to sign at minimum salary given his injury history. Miami has the worst cornerback unit in the NFL and could provide Okudah with playing time despite his limitations (per Unsigned Viking Could Be on Dolphins' Radar).
Role / Depth Chart
If signed by Miami, Okudah would compete for snaps at cornerback in a depleted secondary. Unlikely to be a starter but could see significant playing time given Miami's depth concerns.
Injury Status
Multiple prior injuries affecting career trajectory; currently healthy but available only as free agent.
Recent News
- 2026-04-14 — Unsigned Viking Could Be on Dolphins' Radar (Unsigned Viking Could Be on Dolphins' Radar)
Open Questions
- Will Okudah receive meaningful playing time if signed by Miami, and can he contribute given his recent performance decline?