Jason Jefferson

For the American racing driver, see Jason Jefferson (racing driver).

Jason Jefferson (born December 20, 1981) is an American former professional football player who was a defensive tackle in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Wisconsin Badgers and was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the sixth round of the 2005 NFL draft.^[1]

Jason Jefferson

No. 99
Position:	Defensive tackle
Personal information
Born:	(1981-12-20) December 20, 1981 (age 43) Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Height:	6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Weight:	295 lb (134 kg)
Career information
High school:	Leo (Chicago)
College:	Wisconsin
NFL draft:	2005: 6th round, 193rd pick
Career history
New Orleans Saints (2005)* Chicago Bears (2005)* Philadelphia Eagles (2005)* Buffalo Bills (2005–2007) Atlanta Falcons (2008)
* Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Career NFL statistics
Total tackles: 32 Fumble recoveries: 1 Stats at Pro Football Reference

Jefferson was also a member of the Chicago Bears, Philadelphia Eagles, Buffalo Bills and Atlanta Falcons.

Early life

Jason Jefferson is a graduate of Leo Catholic High School, located on the South Side of Chicago.^[2]