On December 15 (week 15), Melifonwu was finally able to make his first appearance of the season vs the Bills. Over the next four games, he played a high snap count on defense ranging from 60-80%.

No. 19: Ifeatu Melifonwu, Safety The Dolphins' safety room was one of the worst units on the team last season, so they let Jevon Holland and Jordan Poyer walk in free agency.

Eventually, Detroit would bench Tracy Walker, and Melifonwu would start the final five games of the season, logging two interceptions and seven passes defensed in that span.

Players — ranging from newcomers such as Ifeatu Melifonwu and Ashtyn Davis to veterans such as Patrick Paul and Kader Kohou — on the Baptist Health Training Facility field on a supposed off day.