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THE DAILY DRIVE: What we learned about Lions DB Ifeatu Melifonwu by rewatching his college tape Detroit Lions great Barry Sanders hopes offseason excitement shows up on the field (subscription required)

JUNE 30, 2021 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Melifonwu set a reminder on his phone 4 years ago: Join brother in NFL Melifonwu was drafted late in the third round Friday night by the Detroit Lions.

MAY 1, 2021 • SYRACUSE.COM

Why Detroit Lions thought about trading up for new CB Ifeatu Melifonwu GM Brad Holmes said Ifeatu Melifonwu was the Detroit Lions' highest-rated player by a good margin when they took him in the third round.

MAY 1, 2021 • FREEP.COM

Winds up in Detroit The Lions selected Melifonwu in the third round of the 2021 NFL Draft, 101st overall.

Impact Brother of Obi Melifonwu, the Syracuse product similarly features outstanding athletic ability. Melifonwu played corner while with the Orange and checks in at 6-foot-2 and 205 pounds with long arms and elite leaping ability, as evidenced by his 41.5-inch vertical and 134-inch broad jump. He is as toolsy as it gets and has the upside to be a star corner in the league. There are questions about his instincts and natural coverage ability, but with the right coaching, this pick could be a steal for the Lions.

MAY 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE