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  • Seahawks 2025 draft: Kam 2.0? Predicting Nick Emmanwori’s rookie season
    • Seahawks 2025 draft: Kam 2.0? Predicting Nick Emmanwori’s rookie season
    Photo by Andy Altenburger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Seahawks traded up in the second round to land the South Carolina safety. What can he do as a rookie? If you watched the John Schneider and Mike Macdonald press conference after the opening round of the 2025 NFL Draft, you could tell that there was definite excitement about the prospects still on the board. It didn’t take long ...2025
  • Seahawks draft film analysis: Why Nick Emmanwori is a ‘Boom or Bust’ prospect
    • Seahawks draft film analysis: Why Nick Emmanwori is a ‘Boom or Bust’ prospect
    Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images The Seahawks took Nick Emmanwori after trading up in the second round. What are his strengths and weaknesses as a player? The Seattle Seahawks moved up on day two of the 2025 NFL Draft, selecting safety Nick Emmanwori at No. 35. The former South Carolina player was considered a first-round pick and was known for being one of the most athletic prospects in recent m...2025
  • Jets announce the signings of 17 undrafted free agents
    • Jets announce the signings of 17 undrafted free agents
    Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports The Jets are conducting their rookie minicamp this weekend at the team facility in Florham Park. In addition to the seven players the team drafted last weekend, the team has announced the signings of 17 undrafted free agents. These players will participate in the minicamp and then compete for roster spots in training camp and the preseason this summer. We...2024
  • • Which Eagles UDFAs will make the roster?
    Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images Bold prediction time In our Eagles latest mailbag there was a question worthy of an entire deep dive. Which UDFA will make the team and why? - kjb304 Predicting UDFAs to make a roster is almost a fool’s errand. There are always 1st round busts, so good luck projecting guys who weren’t even drafted. For example here’s a prediction from last year where th...2023
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  • • The Day Kansas City Drafted Patrick Mahomes
    The Day Kansas City Drafted Patrick Mahomes Vincent Verhei 26 Apr 2023, 09:36am The groundwork for today's NFL was laid in 2017, when the Kansas City Chiefs drafted Patrick Mahomes. In a draft that was supposed to be light on quarterback talent, the Chiefs found the premier passer of this generation. Going into that draft, the most accomplished quarterback prospe...2023
  • • Eagles bring back Blake Countess, waive Obi Melifonwu
    Monday brought a couple of changes to the Eagles secondary. The team announced the signing of safety Blake Countess to the 90-man roster. Safety Obi Melifonwu was waived with an injury designation in a corresponding move. Countess is a familiar face to the Eagles. He was a 2016 sixth-round pick in Philly who failed to [more]...2021

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Obi Melifonwu injury and suspension

  • • Which Eagles UDFAs will make the roster?
    2023
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  • • The Day Kansas City Drafted Patrick Mahomes
    2023
  • • Eagles bring back Blake Countess, waive Obi Melifonwu
    2021
  • • Eagles sign Obi Melifonwu
    The Eagles have added some roster depth in the secondary. Free agent cornerback Obi Melifonwu has reached an agreement with Philadelphia, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. Originally a second-round draft pick of the Raiders in 2017, Melifonwu was limited by injuries to just five games with the Raiders before he was cut in 2018. [more]...2021
  • • Ryan Tannehill expected to return after Dolphins' Week 11 bye
    Although Ryan Tannehill won’t be available when the Dolphins face the Packers this weekend, he’s expected to return to action after Miami’s Week 11 bye, head coach Adam Gase told reporters today (Twitter link via Ian Rapoport of NFL.com). Tannehill hasn’t played since Week 5, as a shoulder injury has forced the Dolphins to turn to backup Brock Osweiler, who’s posted a 2-2 record with Tannehill on ...2018
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  • • Report: Patriots sign former Raiders bust Obi Melifonwu
    After using Oakland Raiders wide receiver Cordarrelle Patterson at running back with a ton of success Sunday night against the Green Bay Packers, it looks like Bill Belichick and Co. are attempting to hit lightning in a bottle once again. According to his agent, former Raiders second-round pick Obi Melifonwu has agreed to terms with the Patriots. Melifonwu, 24, was waived from injured reserve last...2018
  • • Patriots reportedly sign former second-round pick Obi Melifonwu
    The New England Patriots had one of their better defensive performances of the season in their 31-17 win over Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers Sunday night, but they are still looking for ways to improve on that side of the ball heading into Week 10. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Patriots have reached a deal with former Oakland Raiders defensive back Obi Melifonwu, who was the No. ...2018
  • • Report: Patriots sign S Obi Melifonwu
    The Patriots have signed safety Obi Melifonwu, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.com (on Twitter). Melifonwu, a 2017 second-round pick of the Raiders, was waived/injured by Oakland in August. Recently, the Raiders reached an injury settlement with the UConn product, allowing him to sign with another club. The 24-year-old Melifonwu played sparingly during his rookie campaign, compiling seven tackl...2018
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  • • Report: Chiefs work out Obi Melifonwu
    The Chiefs worked out safety Obi Melifonwu and linebacker Marquis Flowers on Wednesday, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com (on Twitter). Melifonwu hasn’t done much at the pro level, but he offers potential as a second-round pick of the 2017 draft. The 24-year-old Melifonwu played sparingly during his rookie campaign, compiling seven tackles in five games (one start). He was placed on IR twice du...2018
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  • • Patriots meet with DB Obi Melifonwu
    The Patriots will meet with former Raiders second-round pick Obi Melifonwu on Friday, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com. Melifonwu could be a depth signing for the Patriots with the potential to become more down the line. Melifonwu hasn’t done much at the pro level, but he was a second-round pick for a reason. The combine darling’s athleticism is still there, and the hip injury that slowed him ...2018
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    2023
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Timeline

  • 2025
    "Either he will be able to evolve and become one of the best at the position, or he will just be one of those players with a lot of athletic potential who didn’t make it in the league, like Obi Melifonwu who has already played in the NFL."

  • 2024
    "Obi Melifonwu, Breon Borders, Qadree Ollison trying out for Jets."

  • 2023
    "They have signed Andre Chachere, Blake Countess, Mac McCain, Nate Meadors, Obi Melifonwu, Jimmy Moreland, and Jaquiski Tartt as veteran free agents; traded for Ugo Amadi (and then almost immediately traded him away), Tay Gowan, Josiah Scott, and Kary Vincent; and signed Josh Blackwell, Reed Blankenship, Mario Goodrich, and Josh Jobe as UDFAs."

  • 2021
    "While confirming the previously reported signing of defensive back Obi Melifonwu, the Eagles also announced that they have signed wide receiver Andre Patton to their 90-man roster."

  • 2020
    "Field Yates of ESPN reports that the team has informed safety Obi Melifonwu of his release."

  • 2019
    "Since Gruden arrived, he has shipped out first- or second-round picks Khalil Mack, Amari Cooper, Mario Edwards, Jihad Ward and Obi Melifonwu."

  • 2018
    "5") in 2010 PLAYER VERTICAL Martellus Bennett 34" Dwayne Allen 32"   Safeties Best S performance since 2006: Obi Melifonwu (44") in 2017 PLAYER VERTICAL Devin McCourty 36" Patrick Chung 34" Jordan Richards 32"   Defensive Linemen Best DL performance since 2006: Mark Anderson (42") in 2006 PLAYER VERTICAL Geneo Grissom 37" Trey Flowers 36."

  • 2017
    "Currie and Reggie Nelson on the first play before running past rookie Obi Melifonwu, who was expecting Nelson’s help, for the touchdown."

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Obi Melifonwu trade rumors, contract, salary rumors

  • • Seahawks 2025 draft: Kam 2.0? Predicting Nick Emmanwori’s rookie season
    2025
  • • Seahawks draft film analysis: Why Nick Emmanwori is a ‘Boom or Bust’ prospect
    2025
    Visit the page Nick Emmanwori salary
  • • Jets announce the signings of 17 undrafted free agents
    2024
  • • Which Eagles UDFAs will make the roster?
    2023
  • • The Day Kansas City Drafted Patrick Mahomes
    2023
  • • Eagles sign Andre Patton
    The Eagles added players on both sides of the ball on Thursday. While confirming the previously reported signing of defensive back Obi Melifonwu, the Eagles also announced that they have signed wide receiver Andre Patton to their 90-man roster. Patton signed with the Chargers after going undrafted in 2017 and spent his first two NFL [more]...2021
  • • Eagles sign Obi Melifonwu
    2021
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  • • Jets worked out Obi Melifonwu
    The Jets worked out defensive back Obi Melifonwu this week, Aaron Wilson of Sports Talk 790 reports. Melifonwu has remained a free agent since the 49ers cut him April 30. The Raiders made Melifonwu a second-round choice out of Connecticut in 2017. His only five appearances with the team came his rookie season. He played [more]...2021
  • • Patriots release Obi Melifonwu
    Teams are clearing space for draft picks and rookie free agents in the wake of the draft and the Patriots created some room by saying farewell to a defensive back. Field Yates of ESPN reports that the team has informed safety Obi Melifonwu of his release. Melifonwu was a Raiders second-round pick in 2017 and [more]...2020
  • • Raiders decline Karl Joseph’s 2020 option
    Although Karl Joseph‘s stay on the trade block did not produce a departure, unlike other Reggie McKenzie first-round picks last year, the Raiders will not add a year onto the safety’s rookie contract. The Raiders opted to decline the safety’s fifth-year option, Ian Rapoport of NFL.com reports (on Twitter). Jon Gruden confirmed this Friday, per Paul Gutierrez of ESPN.com. This runs contrary to a Fe...2019
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Obi Melifonwu stats and results

  • • Seahawks 2025 draft: Kam 2.0? Predicting Nick Emmanwori’s rookie season
    2025
  • • Which Eagles UDFAs will make the roster?
    2023
  • • The Day Kansas City Drafted Patrick Mahomes
    2023
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  • • Raiders decline Karl Joseph’s 2020 option
    2019
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  • • Obi Melifonwu waived by Raiders after struggling with hip injury
    Obi Melifonwu did not do much to draw praise from Jon Gruden this offseason, and the new Raiders coach cut bait on Reggie McKenzie‘s 2017 second-round pick. The combine phenom out of UConn struggled to recover from his 2017 hip injury this offseason, and he recently suffered a setback that Vic Tafur of The Athletic notes (subscription required) was related to his hip problem. Melifonwu recently we...2018
  • Performance Review: Patriots at Raiders
    • Performance Review: Patriots at Raiders
    1st Quarter …I like what OC Josh McDaniels did on New England’s opening possession, electing to use the hurry-up offense frequently not only to unsettle the Raider defense, but also to tire them out in the nearly 7,400-ft. altitude of Mexico City. New England had the advantage from the get-go of having spent the previous nine days at similar heights while they stayed and practiced in Colorado last...2017
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  • Game Observations: Pats enjoy fiesta in Mexico
    • Game Observations: Pats enjoy fiesta in Mexico
    Another week and another overmatched opponent out of the AFC West. As was the case in Denver, the Patriots were never in trouble as they waltzed their way through a 33-8 win over the Oakland Raiders in Mexico City. New England has now won six in a row and kept pace with the Pittsburgh Steelers, who won Thursday night, at 8-2 atop the AFC standings. Here are some random thoughts from the blowout wi...2017
  • • The ceiling and the floor for every AFC team in 2017
    2017

Obi Melifonwu parents, kids, wife / husband, girlfriend / boyfriend

  • • Seahawks 2025 draft: Kam 2.0? Predicting Nick Emmanwori’s rookie season
    2025
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  • • Which Eagles UDFAs will make the roster?
    2023
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  • • Performance Review: Patriots at Raiders
    2017
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  • • Game Observations: Pats enjoy fiesta in Mexico
    2017
  • • The ceiling and the floor for every AFC team in 2017
    2017
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  • • Patriots operating as if they will trade Garoppolo or Butler?
    The New England Patriots currently do not have a pick in the first two rounds of the upcoming NFL Draft, but the way they are preparing has led many to believe a significant trade is coming within the next week.Bill Belichick has always strived to prepare for every possible situation both on and off the field. But there’s a difference between extensive preparation and wasting time. On Thursday, th...2017
  • • Scouting Notebook: Leonard Fournette Interview, Reuben Foster Perfection & More
    2017
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Top Obi Melifonwu news

  • • Game Observations: Pats enjoy fiesta in Mexico
    2017
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  • • 2017 NFL Draft: Raiders continue to add playmakers on D with Obi Melifonwu
    Melifonwu is one of the most enigmatic prospects in the entire draft class...2017
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  • • 40 picks till 12 potential Patriots
    Despite holding such potentially enticing trade chips as budding backup quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo and Pro Bowl cornerback Malcolm Butler, all was quiet in New England for Thursday’s opening night of the 2017 NFL Draft. While the Browns reportedly once again called about trading for Garoppolo, Bill Belichick’s team stood pat without a pick in the first round thanks to a previous trade with the Sa...2017
  • • NFL Draft: How Obi Melifonwu has gone from an unknown to a likely first-round pick
    The safety could end up in a number of places, including Tampa Bay, Houston, Seattle, Dallas, Green Bay and Pittsburgh...2017
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  • • Wednesday Pro Day Roundup: Interest in UConn’s Obi Melifonwu continues to rise
    Plus, two USC prospects tackle agility drills and two small-schoolers look to make their mark...2017
  • • Meet Obi Melifonwu, the NFL draft's biggest workout freak
    Meet Obi Melifonwu, the NFL draft's biggest workout freak...2017
  • • Which Eagles UDFAs will make the roster?
    2023
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  • • NFL Draft rumors: Browns interested in first-round DB prospect Obi Melifonwu
    UConn defensive back Obu Melifonwu also has visited the Steelers and Cowboys, a source tells SN....2017
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Obi Melifonwu schedule, game

  • • Seahawks 2025 draft: Kam 2.0? Predicting Nick Emmanwori’s rookie season
    2025
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  • • Jets announce the signings of 17 undrafted free agents
    2024
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  • • Which Eagles UDFAs will make the roster?
    2023
    See more articles Mario Goodrich
  • • The Day Kansas City Drafted Patrick Mahomes
    2023
  • • Report: Chiefs work out Obi Melifonwu
    2018
    Read about Ian Rapoport
  • • Report: Cowboys to meet with Obi Melifonwu
    Former Raiders cornerback Obi Melifonwu will meet with the Cowboys on Thursday, Adam Schefter of ESPN.com tweets. And, in addition to Melifonwu, the Cowboys will also meet with veteran defensive back Teddy Williams, according to ESPN.com’s Todd Archer (on Twitter). If Melifonwu signs, he’ll rejoin former Raiders teammate Amari Cooper, as well as former UConn teammate Byron Jones. He’ll also enter ...2018
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  • • Raiders shopping recent top draft picks as they brace for an offseason of many changes
    Karl Joseph, Obi Melifonwu and Derrick Johnson are among the players the Raiders are willing to move...2018
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  • • Raiders release 2017 second-round pick Obi Melifonwu
    The Raiders have waived/injured safety Obi Melifonwu, according to a press release from the team. The move will help create room for the signing of cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie. Per league procedure, Melifonwu will be placed on injured reserve if he clears waivers on Friday. Given Melifonwu’s inability to stay healthy, that may be the likely outcome. After that, the Raiders will probably...2018
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  • Connections: Patriots - Raiders
    • Connections: Patriots - Raiders
    A look at the connections between the New England Patriots and the Oakland Raiders. NEW ENGLAND TIES Raiders S Obi Melifonwu hails from Grafton, Mass., and attended Grafton High School, where he played running back and defensive back. As a senior, he was named to the ESPN Boston All-State team. He went on to start 47 of 48 games played at Connecticut and tallied 351 career tackles, ranking eighth...2017
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  • • The ceiling and the floor for every AFC team in 2017
    2017
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Obi Melifonwu rumors, scandals

  • • The Day Kansas City Drafted Patrick Mahomes
    2023
  • • The ceiling and the floor for every AFC team in 2017
    2017
    Visit the page Sean McDermott
  • • Versatility, athleticism highlight safety class
    INDIANAPOLIS – Like most positions on the Patriots defense this offseason, the sense of urgency at safety largely depends on what happens in free agency. New England will bring back starters Devin McCourty and Patrick Chung, but valuable third safety Duron Harmon is set to test the open market. Bill Belichick and Matt Patricia liked to use all three in various packages a year in a big nickel look,...2017

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