Miles Bokeem Melton Bio
Miles Bokeem Melton is an American professional football player for the Green Bay Packers of the National Football League (NFL). He plays both cornerback and wide receiver and previously played college football for the Rutgers Scarlet Knights. Melton was selected by the Seattle Seahawks in the seventh round of the 2022 NFL Draft before joining the Packers, where he has contributed on both offense and special teams. He grew up in Mays Landing, New Jersey, and attended Cedar Creek High School, where he established himself as a versatile athlete with both receiving and rushing abilities.
Early Life and Background
Miles Bokeem Melton was born on May 18, 1999, in Egg Harbor City, New Jersey. He attended Cedar Creek High School in Egg Harbor City. During his senior season, Melton recorded 51 receptions for 766 yards and nine touchdowns through the air, while also rushing for 451 yards and seven touchdowns on the ground. His dual-threat ability made him a highly regarded high school prospect.
Path to College Football
Melton was rated as a four-star recruit and received over 30 scholarship offers from major college football programs, including Michigan, Ohio State, Oregon, Penn State, Virginia Tech, Wisconsin, Nebraska, Maryland, and Pitt. He ultimately decided to commit to Rutgers University, following in the footsteps of his father, Gary Melton, who had played football at Rutgers.
Miles Bokeem Melton College Career
Rutgers Scarlet Knights (2017–2021)
Melton played college football at Rutgers University from 2017 through 2021. He appeared in 11 games during his freshman season and recorded four receptions for 83 yards. As a sophomore, he participated in all 12 of Rutgers’ games and caught 28 passes for 245 yards. His junior year saw him lead the Scarlet Knights with 30 receptions for 427 receiving yards and two touchdown receptions.
During the 2020 season, Melton again led Rutgers with 47 catches for 638 receiving yards and six touchdown receptions, while also scoring rushing touchdowns and a punt return touchdown. He returned for a fifth season, which was permitted due to the extra year of eligibility granted during the coronavirus pandemic. Melton set a career high with 55 receptions for 618 yards and three touchdowns in his final collegiate season. He concluded his college career by playing in the 2022 Senior Bowl.
Miles Bokeem Melton Professional Career
Seattle Seahawks (2022)
Melton was selected by the Seattle Seahawks in the seventh round, 229th overall, during the 2022 NFL Draft. He was waived on August 30, 2022, and signed to the Seahawks’ practice squad the following day.
Green Bay Packers (2022–Present)
On December 27, 2022, Melton was signed to the active roster of the Green Bay Packers. He was released on August 29, 2023, after final roster cuts and was signed to the Packers’ practice squad the next day. He was elevated to the active roster multiple times during the 2023 season and signed back to the active roster on December 31.
Melton had a standout performance against the Minnesota Vikings on December 31, 2023, with six receptions for 105 yards and a touchdown. In the Packers’ divisional round playoff game against the San Francisco 49ers, he caught his only target for a 19-yard touchdown reception.
Before the 2025 NFL season, the Packers converted Melton to cornerback. He appeared in 16 games with one start, recording four receptions for 107 yards and a touchdown alongside four combined tackles. On January 7, 2026, Melton was placed on season-ending injured reserve due to a knee injury sustained in Week 18 against the Vikings. On June 2, 2026, the Packers announced he would return to playing wide receiver full-time.
Miles Bokeem Melton Career Statistics
Melton has recorded 28 receptions for 416 yards and two touchdowns, 110 rushing yards, and 482 return yards across his NFL career through the 2025 season.
Notable Performances
Melton had a breakout game on December 31, 2023, against the Minnesota Vikings with six receptions for 105 yards and his first professional touchdown reception. He also scored on a 19-yard touchdown reception during the Packers’ divisional round playoff game against the San Francisco 49ers.
Miles Bokeem Melton Family
Family Background
Melton comes from an athletic family. His father, Gary Melton, played football at Rutgers, and his mother, Vicky Melton, played women’s basketball at the collegiate level. His younger brother, Max Melton, currently plays cornerback for the Arizona Cardinals.
Personal Life
Melton is a Christian. His older sister, Jasmine Melton, and older brother, Gary Melton Jr., both live in South Jersey near his childhood home in Mays Landing, New Jersey.
2025 Season Performance
The Green Bay Packers converted Melton to cornerback before the 2025 NFL season. He appeared in 16 games with one start, contributing four receptions for 107 yards and a touchdown on offense while also making four combined tackles on defense. Melton was placed on season-ending injured reserve on January 7, 2026, after suffering a knee injury in Week 18 against the Minnesota Vikings. The Packers announced on June 2, 2026, that he would return to his natural wide receiver position for the upcoming season.