Lions defensive back Ifeatu Melifonwu is back on injured reserve. The Lions activated Melifonwu on Monday, but head coach Dan Campbell indicated it would be a brief stint on the 53-man roster.

I fixed it and I got one later." Melifonwu's return could be a boon to the Lions' diminished defense. They've lost playmakers at every level, including Carlton Davis III in the secondary.

Dan Campbell spoke with conviction about what his former DB, Ifeatu Melifonwu, can do in Miami with the Dolphins. Plus, coach quotes on the K.J. Britt and Artie Burns additions.

Former Lions safety Ifeatu Melifonwu has agreed to a one-year, $4 million contract with the Dolphins, his agent told ESPN.

The Dolphins are making an addition to their secondary. Former Detroit safety Ifeatu Melifonwu has agreed to a one-year contract in Miami, his agent told Adam Schefter of ESPN. Melifonwu was a ...

Melifonwu (hamstring) is considered doutbful for Sunday's game versus the Eagles, Tim Twentyman of the Lions ' official site reports.

The Lions tenure of safety Ifeatu Melifonwu is officially over. The oft-injured free agent has agreed to sign with the Miami Dolphins on a one-year deal worth $4 million.

Detroit Lions ' safety Ifeatu Melifonwu has come on like a house on fire since taking over the starting role from Tracy Walker ahead of the Lions Week 14 matchup with the Bears.

Ifeatu Melifonwu details finger injury that further derailed his season Melifonwu spoke to reporters on Thursday, and he revealed the extent of his finger injury.

Safety Ifeatu Melifonwu has been named NFC defensive player of the week. Melifonwu was all over the field against the Vikings, recording five total tackles with 2.0 sacks, two passes defensed, and an ...

Detroit Lions safety Ifeatu Melifonwu has been named NFC Defensive Player of the Week for his performance against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 16.

Detroit Lions safety Ifeatu "Iffy" Melifonwu has been named the NFC Defensive Player of the Week for his performance against the Minnesota Vikings.