History of Jeff Okudah in Timeline
Jeff Okudah is an American football cornerback currently playing for the Houston Texans in the NFL. He was a standout college player at Ohio State, earning unanimous All-American honors in 2019. Okudah was then drafted third overall by the Detroit Lions in the 2020 NFL Draft, highlighting his exceptional talent and potential in the sport.
February 2, 1999: Jeff Okudah's Birth
On February 2, 1999, Jeffrey Chidera Okudah was born. He is now an American professional football cornerback for the Houston Texans.
January 2017: Commitment to Ohio State
In January 2017, Jeff Okudah committed to Ohio State University.
2017: Freshman Season
In 2017, as a true freshman at Ohio State, Jeff Okudah played in all 14 games and had 17 tackles.
2018: Sophomore Season
In 2018, Jeff Okudah played in 13 games as a sophomore, recording 32 tackles.
2019: Junior Season and Accolades
In 2019, Jeff Okudah recorded his first career interception, had 34 tackles, 9 passes defended, and 3 interceptions. He was named to the 2019 College Football All-America Team and was a finalist for the Jim Thorpe Award.
2019: All-American Selection
In 2019, Jeff Okudah was a unanimous All-American at Ohio State.
July 13, 2020: Signs with Detroit Lions
On July 13, 2020, Jeff Okudah signed his four-year rookie contract with the Detroit Lions, worth a fully guaranteed $33.528 million including a $21.944 million signing bonus.
2020: Declaration for NFL Draft
In 2020, Jeff Okudah decided to forgo his senior year by declaring for the NFL draft.
2020: NFL Draft
In 2020, Jeff Okudah was selected third overall in the NFL draft by the Detroit Lions.
2021: Achilles Injury
During the Lions' 2021 season opener, Jeff Okudah ruptured his Achilles tendon and was placed on injured reserve.
March 15, 2024: Signs with Houston Texans
On March 15, 2024, Jeff Okudah signed a one-year contract with the Houston Texans.
