Ifeatu Melifonwu Stats, Game Log & Props — Buccaneers S

Ifeatu Melifonwu is a safety for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Detroit Lions took him 101st overall in the 2021 NFL Draft out of Syracuse. Born May 2, 1999, he is in his 6th season in the league.

Ifeatu Melifonwu 2026 defense stats (9 games)
StatTotalRank
Tackles1887th among defenders
Solo tackles1088th among defenders
Assisted tackles881st among defenders
Sacks0.0
Interceptions0
Forced fumbles0
Fumble recoveries13rd among defenders
Touchdowns0
Ifeatu Melifonwu last 10 games
GameOpponentResultTacklesSolo tacklesSacksTackles for lossPasses defendedQB hitsInterceptions
2026 Week 9at Chicago BearsL 24–274400100
2026 Week 8vs Atlanta FalconsW 16–00000000
2026 Week 7at Carolina PanthersW 43–135200000
2026 Week 6vs Pittsburgh SteelersL 19–264000000
2026 Week 5at Dallas CowboysW 24–164300000
2026 Week 4vs Green Bay PackersL 14–170000000
2026 Week 3vs Minnesota VikingsL 16–231100000
2025 Week 18at New England PatriotsL 10–385300000
2025 Week 17vs Tampa Bay BuccaneersW 20–175300000
2025 Week 16vs Cincinnati BengalsL 21–452000000

Frequently asked questions

How did Ifeatu Melifonwu perform in Week 9 of 2026?

Melifonwu made 4 tackles in Tampa Bay's 27–24 loss to Chicago.

How is Ifeatu Melifonwu performing in the 2026 season?

Through Week 9 of 2026 he has 18 tackles and 0.0 sacks — 87th among defenders in tackles.

What were Ifeatu Melifonwu's stats last season (2025)?

In 2025 he made 53 tackles (69th among defenders) with 1.0 sacks across 16 games.

Is Ifeatu Melifonwu injured?

No — he is active and not on the current injury report.

How old is Ifeatu Melifonwu?

Ifeatu Melifonwu is 27 years old — he was born on May 2, 1999.

How tall is Ifeatu Melifonwu?

Ifeatu Melifonwu is 6' 3" tall and weighs 210 lbs.

What position does Ifeatu Melifonwu play?

Ifeatu Melifonwu is a safety for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and wears No. 5.

Where did Ifeatu Melifonwu go to college?

Ifeatu Melifonwu played college football at Syracuse.

When was Ifeatu Melifonwu drafted?

The Detroit Lions drafted Ifeatu Melifonwu 101st overall in the 2021 NFL Draft.

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