Jeff Okudah, CB, Detroit Lions – breakout candidate
What We Say
I would have lost the house on betting that Okudah would make a splash in year one. He has the length, athleticism, work ethic, and more to be a star in the league. However, injury and a bad atmosphere in Detroit have contributed to a slower burn than many expected.
We wouldn’t be shocked at all if Jones is correct on his assessment of Okudah being a breakout player this year. As long as he stays healthy, the tools and skillset he has should translate to the light going on. Often it’s year two when some of these guys start to make a name for themselves, and there’s no reason to think the former first-rounder can’t start to figure things out this season.