New Jeff Okudah No. 23 Jersey Available To Purchase

Has cornerback Jeff Okudah officially changed his number?

During his rookie campaign with the Detroit Lions, cornerback Jeff Okudah wore No. 30.

After signing Jamaal Williams this offseason, it appeared as though the talented defensive back would be changing jersey numbers, as Williams' management team announced that the ex-Packers running back would retain his old number. 

It now appears likely the second-year defensive back has chosen his new number.

In the NFL Shop, which is home to officially licensed merchandise, a No. 23 Okudah Lions jersey is currently available to purchase, while his old No. 30 is also available -- but at a discounted price. 

On the Lions' official website, Okudah is still listed as wearing No. 30, but changes could be announced soon.

New rule regarding jersey numbers proposed

On Thursday, the league announced a new batch of rule proposals. 

One potential rule could lead to a change in player jersey options.

The Kansas City Chiefs proposed a rule change to allow more players to wear single-digit numbers.

Currently, only quarterbacks and kickers are allowed to wear numbers in the single digits.

Under the new proposal, wideouts, tight ends, running backs, defensive backs and linebackers could all be allowed to wear Nos. 1-49. 

If the new rule is passed, here is what players at certain positions could choose to wear. 

  • Quarterbacks/kickers: Nos. 1-19 
  • Running backs, fullbacks, tight ends, receivers: Nos. 1-49, 80-89
  • Defensive backs: Nos. 1-49
  • Offensive linemen: Nos. 50-79
  • Defensive linemen: Nos. 50-79, 90-99 
  • Linebackers: Nos. 1-59, 90-99

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