Lions trade former No. 3 overall pick Jeff Okudah to Falcons

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The Detroit Lions have traded cornerback Jeff Okudah to the Atlanta Falcons.

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 The trade involves the Falcons sending a fifth-round pick in the upcoming NFL draft to the Lions.

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Okudah was drafted as the third overall pick in 2020 out of Ohio State.

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 In his first two seasons as a pro, Okudah has struggled with injuries and inconsistent play.

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Okudah missed time during his rookie season due to a hamstring injury and had his sophomore season cut short due to a torn Achilles tendon.

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Okudah started 15 games for the Lions in 2022 and showed promise early on in the season.

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He set career highs in tackles and passes defended and recorded his first pick-six.

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The trade represents a fresh start for Okudah with the opportunity to compete for the No. 2 cornerback spot on the Falcons' roster.

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Falcons have been active in free agency, adding defensive players like safety Jessie Bates III, defensive linemen Calais Campbell and David Onyemata, and linebacker Kaden Elliss.

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 Okudah's addition provides the Falcons with a young player with high potential and adds to their defensive depth.

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For the Lions, the trade allows them to move on from a player who did not live up to expectations.

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 The Lions are looking to compete in the upcoming season and will continue to rebuild under new general manager Brad Holmes and head coach Dan Campbell.

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