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Lions' Jeff Okudah feeling some relief from his rookie 'growing pains' Detroit Lions cornerback Jeff Okudah was touted as a Day 1 starter.
Detroit Lions CB Jeff Okudah: Rookie year more difficult than I imagined Detroit Lions cornerback Jeff Okudah says his rookie year has been more difficult than he imagined going into the season.
NOVEMBER 20, 2020 • FREEP.COM
Upgraded Thursday Okudah (ankle/groin) was a full participant at Thursday's practice, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
Impact Okudah was a limited participant during Wednesday's practice with two separate injuries, but he seems on track for Sunday's game against the Football Team. The rookie from Ohio State has played at least half of the team's defensive snaps every game he's been healthy, so expect him to do so again in Week 10 now that he's fully healthy.
NOVEMBER 12, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Limited in practice Wednesday Okudah (ankle/groin) was limited in practice Wednesday.
Impact Okudah is dealing with two separate injuries stemming from Sunday's loss to the Vikings. The rookie has played in nearly two-thirds of Detroit's defensive snaps this season so if he is ruled out, look for Amani Oruwariye and Desmond Trufant to carry the load against Washington on Sunday.
NOVEMBER 12, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable to return Sunday Okudah (ankle) has been listed as questionable to return to Sunday's matchup against the Vikings.
Impact The No. 3 overall choice from April's draft was forced to sit out Week 1 because of a hamstring issue, but he's otherwise been available for every game of his rookie campaign. Okudah has played more than 90 percent of the defensive workload in all but one of his six outings, surrendering just one touchdown in coverage while also forcing one interception. If he can't make it Sunday, Mike Ford may be forced into a late-game role with the Lions trailing Minnesota by multiple possessions.
NOVEMBER 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Detroit Lions Week 8 rookie report: Jeff Okudah to start again Examining the Detroit Lions rookie roles in their Week 8 matchup with the Indianapolis Colts.
NOVEMBER 1, 2020 • USATODAY.COM
THE DAILY DRIVE: How Detroit Lions CB Jeff Okudah improved his play 'night and day' Here's what Everson Griffen brings to Detroit Lions' defense (subscription required)
OCTOBER 29, 2020 • DETROITLIONS.COM
Jeff Okudah, Detroit Lions bounce back: 'I was tired of being disrespected by everyone' The Detroit Lions no longer look destined to blow everything up at next week’s bye, but they’re still a long way from being a playoff conten...
SEPTEMBER 28, 2020 • FREEP.COM
Detroit Lions defense and rookie Jeff Okudah rebound in Arizona It is nice to be able to enjoy a victory Monday once again. The Detroit Lions are coming off of their first win of the season, edging the A...
SEPTEMBER 28, 2020 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM
WATCH: Jeff Okudah gets first career NFL interception Former Ohio State and current Detroit Lions cornerback Jeff Okudah had his first career NFL interception Sunday. Taken as the third overall...
SEPTEMBER 28, 2020 • USATODAY.COM
2020 NFL Week 3: Lions vs. Cardinals | Jeff Okudah Highlights
SEPTEMBER 28, 2020 • YOUTUBE
Jeff Okudah gets payback on Kyler by undercutting throw for first career INT Detroit Lions rookie cornerback Jeff Okudah gets payback on Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray by undercutting a throw for his first...
SEPTEMBER 27, 2020 • NFL.COM
THE DAILY DRIVE: Charting Jeff Okudah’s NFL debut: The good, the bad and the lessons Lions radio team didn't attend game in Green Bay due to COVID-19. Here's how they called it
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 • DETROITLIONS.COM
Rookie Jeff Okudah on track to make NFL debut Rookie cornerback Jeff Okudah has been a full participant in practice the last two days, which means he should be on track to make his NFL d...
SEPTEMBER 17, 2020 • DETROITLIONS.COM
Packers wary of Lions after uncomfortable sweep last season
The past two games between the Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions exemplified the biggest difference between these two teamsSEPTEMBER 17, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Back at full speed Okudah (hamstring) was a full participant at Wednesday's practice, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
Impact Okudah wasn't ready to make his NFL debut in Week 1, but the third-overall pick appears good to go this Sunday against the Packers. The 21-year-old has a tough task ahead after Aaron Rodgers torched Minnesota's young secondary in the season opener, so this will be a good gauge of where the rookie stands. His responsibilities could be heightened if Desmond Trufant (hamstring) can't go after starting the practice week as a nonparticipant.
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Out for Week 1 Okudah (hamstring) will not play Sunday against the Raiders.
Impact Okudah was not expected to play in Sunday's season opener, and that will indeed be the case. Okudah, the third pick in this year's draft, was listed as questionable for Week 1, so he should have a chance to make his debut in the Lions' Week 2 matchup with the Packers.
SEPTEMBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Trending toward Week 1 absence Okudah (hamstring), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bears, isn't expected to be available Week 1, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Impact After he was absent from the Lions' first injury report of the week Wednesday, the No. 3 overall pick was limited in the team's subsequent two sessions by the hamstring issue. The Lions apparently aren't inclined to take any chances with the cornerback, whose NFL debut looks like it will have to wait until Sept. 20 in Green Bay. Okudah is expected to begin his career in a depth role, as Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com notes that Desmond Trufant and Amani Oruwariye both locked down starting jobs coming out of training camp.
SEPTEMBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Jeff Okudah listed as backup on first unofficial Detroit Lions depth chart Former Ohio State cornerback Jeff Okudah will have to wait for his first career start in the NFL. The unofficial depth chart was released by...
SEPTEMBER 12, 2020 • USATODAY.COM
Questionable for Week 1 Okudah (hamstring) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bears, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
Impact Okudah wasn't listed on Detroit's injury report to begin the week, but he's been limited in back-to-back practices since popping up with a hamstring issue Thursday. If the No. 3 overall pick in April's draft is limited or forced to sit out the season opener, Justin Coleman would stand to handle increased snaps opposite Desmond Trufant.
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Sidelined at practice Okudah (hamstring) was a limited participant for Thursday's practice.
Impact It's certainly negative news that Okudah popped up on the injury report after he wasn't listed Wednesday. The team could be getting the rookie out of Ohio State some extra rest ahead of Week 1's game against Chicago also. In any event, if he's forced to miss Sunday's game, Justin Coleman would be in line for the bulk of cornerback reps opposite Desmond Trufant
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Detroit Lions are taking things slowly with top pick Jeff Okudah According to the Detroit Lions newly appointed defensive coordinator, don't expect a heavy dose of rookie cornerback Jeff Okudah in week one...
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM
LOOK. Former Ohio State cornerback Jeff Okudah gets new jersey number with Lions He may forever be No. 1 in our hearts and on the field as an Ohio State Buckeye, but former cornerback Jeff Okudah now has his new jersey nu...
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020 • USATODAY.COM
Jeff Okudah, D’Andre Swift get new jersey numbers The Lions’ top three draft picks all changed their jersey numbers before Week 1.
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020 • PRIDEOFDETROIT.COM
Gase, Marrone, Quinn among NFL coaches sitting on hot seats
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