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Jeff Okudah Joins Minnesota Vikings on One-Year Deal

The former No. 3 overall draft pick returns to the NFC North as the Vikings continue to rebuild their secondary.

Sep 29, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars running back Tank Bigsby (4) stiff arms Houston Texans cornerback Jeff Okudah (11) in the second half at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images/File Photo
Jul 28, 2023; Flowery Branch, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons cornerback Jeff Okudah (1) runs during a drill during training camp at IBM Performance Field. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo
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Overview

  • Jeff Okudah, a 2020 first-round pick, has signed a one-year contract with the Minnesota Vikings, marking his fourth NFL team.
  • The 26-year-old cornerback visited the Vikings' TCO Performance Center in Eagan on March 17 before finalizing the deal the next day.
  • Okudah's career has been hindered by significant injuries, including a ruptured Achilles, abdominal surgery, and a hip injury, limiting his availability in recent seasons.
  • The Vikings have prioritized strengthening their secondary this offseason, re-signing Byron Murphy Jr. and adding Isaiah Rodgers alongside Okudah.
  • Over five NFL seasons, Okudah has appeared in 44 games with 31 starts, recording 145 tackles, two interceptions, and one forced fumble.