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.

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.

Ifeatu Melifonwu’s Weaknesses Durability, Proof of Concept The main reason young players with good film reach free agency is because of injury concerns, and that’s the case with Melifonwu.

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%.

The Miami Dolphins addressed the safety position earlier in the offseason by signing free agents Ifeatu Melifonwu and Ashtyn Davis to replace the recently departed Jevón Holland and Jordan Poyer ...

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.