Jeff Okudah Fantasy

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell said at the NFL scouting combine in February that cornerback Jeff Okudah (Achilles) is on track for a summer return. Jerry Jacobs (knee) is also on track to return for training camp. Okudah posted a video of himself earlier this week of him sprinting in a straight line, so he's certainly getting closer. The 23-year-old former third overall pick in 2020 has been a bust so far in his two seasons in the NFL, playing in just 10 total games due to injuries. He tore his Achilles in Week 1 last season and has missed 23 games to begin his career. Despite the inability to stay on the field, Okudah is expected to remain at cornerback for Detroit, and if he can stay healthy in 2022, the Lions secondary should be in much better shape.

Mar. 27th • 11:06 AM

Detroit Lions cornerback Jeff Okudah (Achilles) will miss the remainder of the 2021 season after an MRI confirmed that he suffered a ruptured Achilles in the season opener against the San Francisco 49ers. The third-overall pick from the 2020 draft had a strong training camp, so this is a huge blow to an already weak defensive unit in Detroit. Going forward, fantasy managers can start their wide receivers against Detroit with confidence as they will remain one of the weaker pass defenses in the league.

Sep. 13th • 11:06 AM

Detroit Lions cornerback Jeff Okudah (Achilles) was injured during Sunday's Week 1 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. The defensive specialist hurt his Achilles during the second half of the contest, and while the team will continue to hope for good news, he will need an MRI on Monday to determine the severity of the ailment. Fantasy managers should consider the 22-year-old sophomore as day-to-day. However, if the injury is a tear, his season will be over.

Sep. 12th • 6:00 PM