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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / August 14
Ifeatu Melifonwu Discusses Fight With Detroit Lions Star Receiver
Former Detroit Lions defensive back Ifeatu Melifonwu was involved in a scuffle with star wide receiver Jameson Williams, following the conclusion of joint practice on Wednesday.
NFL News / Miami Dolphins on SI / August 14
An Eventful Detroit Reunion for Iffy
DETROIT — Defensive back Ifeatu Melifonwu faced his old team during the Miami Dolphins' joint practices against the Detroit Lions this week, and he found himself in the middle of the action quite a bit.
Miami Dolphins News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 3
Dolphins Activate DB Ifeatu Melifonwu, Sign OT Germain Ifedi
Per the wire, the Dolphins have activated DB Ifeatu Melifonwu from injured reserve and are signing OT Germain Ifedi. In a corresponding move, the Dolphins are waiving QB Brett Gabbert.
The 'Oldest 4,000-passing-yard seasons' quiz
How many of the NFL quarterbacks to throw for at least 4,000 yards after turning 35 years old can you name in five minutes?
Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / August 3
Dolphins Critical Offseason Acquistion Finally Healthy
The Miami Dolphins will finally see one of their more critical free agent acquisitions on the practice field Sunday. Safety Ifeatu Melifonwu is coming
The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season
All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.
Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / July 22
Eichenberg & Waller on PUP, Melifonwu on Non-Injury List; Dolphins sign Vet Center/Guard
Eichenberg & Waller on PUP, Melifonwu on Non-Injury List; Dolphins sign Vet Center/Guard The first day of training camp is in the books, and the Miami Dolphins made some roster moves.
Miami Dolphins News / Pro Football Rumors / June 7
S Ifeatu Melifonwu could start in Miami
The Dolphins watched both starting safeties — Jevon Holland and Jordan Poyer — walk in free agency this offseason and reloaded at the position with some free agent signings of their own.
Miami Dolphins News / Dolphins Talk / March 31
WalterFootball 5-Round Mock Draft has Miami Selecting…
Long-time NFL draft website Walter Football has released its latest five-round mock draft. With seven picks in the first five rounds, Miami has addressed many needs on its roster.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / March 26
Former Detroit Lions DB Praises Culture, Explains Turnaround
Ifeatu Melifonwu was primed to be a full-time starter for the Detroit Lions in 2024, following a breakout 2023 campaign. However, injuries had other plays for the defensive back.
Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / March 25
Why Melifonwu Could Take Big Step with Dolphins
New Miami Dolphins safety Ifeatu Melifonwu has an opportunity to become a full-time, Week 1 starter for the first time in his career in 2025. “I know I’m still going to have to go out and compete and earn a starting spot, and I’ve never really had anything handed to me ever since Syracuse days,” Melifonwu told reporters Monday.
Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / March 13
Full Scouting Report on Ifeatu Melifonwu
The Miami Dolphins are making a high-risk, high-reward bet for one of their starting safety spots. The team agreed to a one-year, $4 million deal with former Detroit Lions defensive back Ifeatu Melifonwu on Tuesday, and he looks primed to be the starting strong safety in Week 1.
Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game
For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.
Miami Dolphins News / A to Z Sports / March 12
ESPN believes Dolphins may have found a hidden gem in free agency but the odds say otherwise
The Miami Dolphins addressed a major roster need this week by reaching an agreement with former Detroit Lions safety Ifeatu Melifonwu on a one-year, $4
NFL News / Athlon Sports / March 11
Dolphins Sign Former Lions Defensive Back to One-Year Deal
Once the Miami Dolphins lost starting safety Jevon Holland in free agency, the most significant need for Miami became the safety room. Immediately following the Holland news, the Dolphins also moved to add to their safety room.
Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 11
Dolphins Signing CB Ifeatu Melifonwu To One-Year, $4M Contract
ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Dolphins are signing former Lions CB Ifeatu Melifonwu to a one-year, $4 million contract. Melifonwu, 25, is the brother of veteran S Obi Melifonwu and was a two-year starter for Syracuse.
Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / March 11
Dolphins Take Calculated Risk at Safety
On the morning they saw their highly regarded young safety leave via free agency, the Miami Dolphins picked up a new young safety to start in their secondary.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / February 12
Lions' free agency decision on Ifeatu Melifonwu is not lined up to be difficult
From Week 14 through the playoffs of the 2023 season, Ifeatu Melifonwu was a force for the Detroit Lions' defense. Over those eight games, he had 30 total tackles, 5.5 sacks, five tackles for loss and 11 quarterback pressures.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / January 10
Ifeatu Melifonwu reveals extent of injury that further derailed his season
As his fourth NFL season winds down, injuries have unfortunately being the most prevalent thing for Detroit Lions safety Ifeatu Melifonwu. This season has arguably been the worst, with a preseason ankle injury that seemingly should have landed him on IR far sooner sidelining him until mid-November.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / January 2
Q&A: Melifonwu Overcame Injury Setback, Returns to Help Lions Defense
Detroit Lions safety Ifeatu Melifonwu has dealt with multiple injuries over the course of his four seasons in the NFL. In 2024 alone, he's done two stints on the injured reserve list.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / December 23
Ifeatu Melifonwu returned to critical role in Detroit Lions' defense
Late last season, safety Ifeatu Melifonwu became one of the quiet x-factors for the Detroit Lions' defense on the way to the NFC Championship Game. But injuries kept him off the field until Sunday.
Detroit Lions News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 18
Lions Designating S Ifeatu Melifonwu To Return
Per Dave Birkett, the Lions will designate S Ifeatu Melifonwu to return from injured reserve on Wednesday, his second stint on the list this season. Melifonwu, 25, is the brother of veteran S Obi Melifonwu and was a two-year starter for Syracuse.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / November 19, 2024
Lions place veteran safety back on injured reserve one day after activating him from IR
The fourth-year safety was moved back to IR on Tuesday.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / November 19, 2024
Why the Lions activated Ifeatu Melifonwu despite saying he’ll be out for a while
The Detroit Lions gave fans some bad news on Monday when Dan Campbell informed everyone that safety Ifeatu Melifonwu will be out for longer with a new injury. "This is going to come up anyway.
Detroit Lions News / Pro Football Rumors / September 28, 2024
Lions place DB on injured reserve, season debut still on hold
Detroit Lions safety Ifeatu Melifonwu hasn't played this season and will now be taking a trip to injured reserve.
Detroit Lions News / Side Lion Report / August 6, 2024
Lions safety Ifeatu Melifonwu may able to put his versatility on full display
After an injury truncated 2021 rookie season, playing cornerback like he did at Syracuse, Ifeatu Melifonwu made the switch to safety going into his second season.
Detroit Lions News / A to Z Sports / February 16, 2024
Who's the next Melifonwu for the Lions? 4 early breakout candidates for the 2024 season
Detroit Lions safety Ifeatu Melifonwu kind of came out of nowhere in 2023. The Lions drafted him with a third-round pick in their first draft and he had been so quiet that it felt like maybe that pick was a bust.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 29, 2023
Detroit Lions Ifeatu Melifonwu Planned Trolling Vikings After Interception
Detroit Lions safety Ifeatu Melifonwu had his end zone celebration against the Minnesota Vikings planned for several weeks. "Yeah, I had that planned probably for like three weeks," Melifonwu said.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / December 24, 2023
Watch: Lions seal first division title since 1993 with clutch interception
For the first time since 1993, the Detroit Lions can call themselves a division champion.
Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / December 18, 2023
Detroit Lions Ifeatu Melifonwu Is Transforming Defense of Aaron Glenn
Detroit Lions safety Ifeatu Melifonwu has dealt with plenty of stops and starts throughout his three-year NFL career. Injuries have derailed his momentum seemingly at every turn throughout his career.
Detroit Lions News / Yardbarker / September 12, 2021
Lions CB Jeff Okudah to undergo MRI to find extent of potential Achilles injury
Okudah suffered the injury early in the fourth quarter and did not return.
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