Melifonwu (hand) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice. On the same day he was designated to return from injured reserve, Melifonwu started out strong with a full practice in the Lions ...

Melifonwu (hand) is active for Sunday's game against the Bears. Melifonwu was sidelined for the Lions' first 14 regular-season games due to ankle and hand injuries, but the 25-year-old safety will ...

Head Coach Dan Campbell speaks to the media about the upcoming Divisional Round matchup against the Washington Commanders.

RB David Montgomery speaks on his thoughts about his injury and how blessed he is to be back with the team. QB Jared Goff ...

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. Ankle and ...

Chicago — At the end of the 2023 season, few defenders were making more of an impact than Detroit Lions safety Ifeatu Melifonwu. One could not help but be intrigued in a defensive backfield that ...

In 2023, Melifonwu appeared in all 17 games for the Lions and recorded 33 tackles, three sacks, a forced fumble, and two interceptions. He is yet to appear in a game for Detroit in 2024.

The Lions, who declined comment Saturday evening, waived Joseph and return man Maurice Alexander, activated Ifeatu Melifonwu ...

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — The Detroit Lions activated safety Ifeatu Melifonwu from injured reserve on Saturday, putting him a step closer to making his season debut. Melifonwu was listed as ...

Head coach Dan Campbell was asked about the status of safety Ifeatu Melifonwu Monday and if he'll be back soon. Melifonwu is eligible to return to practice and be activated this week. Campbell ...

In addition to activating Ifeatu Melifonwu from injured reserve, the team also announced several roster moves aimed at bolstering their depth: Promoted: S Loren Strickland, and RB Jermar Jefferson ...