History of Jeff Okudah in Timeline
Jeff Okudah is a cornerback for the Minnesota Vikings in the NFL. He played college football at Ohio State, achieving unanimous All-American status in 2019. Okudah was drafted third overall by the Detroit Lions in the 2020 NFL Draft. He's now a key player for the Vikings.
February 2, 1999: Jeffrey Okudah's Birth
On February 2, 1999, Jeffrey Chidera Okudah was born. He is now a professional football cornerback in the NFL.
January 2017: Commitment to Ohio State University
In January 2017, Jeff Okudah, a five-star recruit, committed to playing football at Ohio State University.
2017: Freshman Season at Ohio State
In 2017, as a true freshman at Ohio State, Okudah played in all 14 games and recorded 17 tackles.
2018: Sophomore Season at Ohio State
In 2018, during his sophomore year, Okudah played in 13 games for Ohio State and recorded 32 tackles.
2019: All-American Honors
In 2019, Jeff Okudah earned unanimous All-American honors while playing college football for the Ohio State Buckeyes.
2019: Junior Season Achievements and Awards
In 2019, Okudah recorded his first career interception against the Miami Redhawks. He also had 34 tackles, 9 passes defensed, and 3 interceptions. He was named to the 2019 College Football All-America Team and was a finalist for the Jim Thorpe Award.
July 13, 2020: Signing Rookie Contract with Detroit Lions
On July 13, 2020, Okudah signed a four-year rookie contract with the Detroit Lions worth $33.528 million, including a $21.944 million signing bonus.
2020: NFL Draft Selection
In 2020, Jeff Okudah was selected by the Detroit Lions with the third overall pick in the NFL draft.
2021: Achilles Tendon Rupture
During the Lions' 2021 season opener against the San Francisco 49ers, Okudah ruptured his Achilles tendon and was placed on injured reserve.
March 15, 2024: Signing with Houston Texans
On March 15, 2024, Okudah signed a one-year contract with the Houston Texans.
March 18, 2025: Signing with Minnesota Vikings
On March 18, 2025, Okudah signed a one-year contract with the Minnesota Vikings.
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