Tony Jefferson Injury News & Updates
Keep up with the latest injuries from the Raiders vs Chargers game on Nov 30, 2025 with our National Football League injury report.Nov 7, 2025
Cleared to suit up in Week 10
Jefferson (hamstring) does not have an injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup versus the Steelers, Eric Smith of the Chargers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jefferson hurt his hamstring against the Vikings in Week 8. After sitting out this past Sunday's win against the Titans, the veteran defensive back logged limited practice sessions Wednesday and Thursday before upgrading to full participation Friday this week. Jefferson is thus set to return to action Sunday.
Nov 5, 2025
Limited to open week
Jefferson (hamstring) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Jefferson was able to return to practice after missing all three of the team's sessions last week and their 27-20 win over the Titans due to a hamstring injury. The safety will have two more opportunities to log a full practice prior to Sunday night's contest against the Steelers.
Oct 31, 2025
Ruled out for Week 9
Jefferson (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Titans.
ANALYSIS
Jefferson suffered the injury in Week 8 against the Vikings and was unable to practice at all leading up to Sunday's game against Tennessee. Elijah Molden should log nearly all of the snaps at free safety in Jefferson's absence.
Oct 29, 2025
No practice Wednesday
Jefferson (hamstring) did not practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Jefferson suffered a hamstring injury in Thursday's win over the Vikings and remained sidelined to begin prep for the team's Week 9 matchup against the Titans. That's a bad sign for his availability, though he still has two days to increase his activity.
Oct 23, 2025
Has hamstring injury
Jefferson (hamstring) is questionable to return to Thursday's game against the Vikings.
ANALYSIS
The safety did not record a stat before leaving the contest. Jefferson entered the game after Derwin James exited with an ankle issue during the first quarter. RJ Mickens and Kendall Williamson are the other backup safeties on Los Angeles' active roster.
Sep 23, 2025
Registers five tackles Sunday
Jefferson finished with five tackles (three solo) and a defensed pass in Sunday's 23-20 Week 3 win over Denver.
ANALYSIS
Jefferson finished second in tackles for Los Angeles, with one of his stops coming on special teams. The veteran defensive back logged 43 of the Chargers' 52 defensive snaps in the victory, and he's taken on a big role since signing with the team off the practice squad Sept. 18. Through two games, Jefferson has posted 10 tackles and three defensed passes, including one interception.
Sep 18, 2025
Signed to active roster
The Chargers signed Jefferson off the practice squad Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Jefferson was elevated ahead of Week 2 and actually started Monday night's game against the Raiders, recording five tackles (three solo) and two pass breakups, including one interception, in the Chargers' 20-9 victory.
Mar 24, 2025
Decides to play again in 2025
Jefferson re-signed with the Chargers on a one-year deal Monday, Jordan Schultz of Fox Sports reports.
ANALYSIS
The safety spent 2022 with the Giants, worked as a scouting intern with the Ravens in 2023 and came out of retirement to play for the Chargers last season, recording 27 tackles (17 solo) in eight regular-season games. Jefferson started four of those regular-season contests and the Chargers' only playoff game due to injuries in the secondary. In 2025, he projects as a depth safety behind Derwin James and Alohi Gilman.
Dec 23, 2024
Sees increased role in Week 16
Jefferson logged seven tackles (four solo) during the Chargers' 34-27 win over the Broncos this past Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Jefferson ended up playing 100 percent of the Chargers' defensive snaps this past Thursday due to Elijah Molden (knee) being inactive and backup free safety Marcus Maye suffering an ankle injury in the first quarter. Jefferson ended up finishing with the second-most tackles on the Chargers behind Daiyan Henley (10). Jefferson would be slated to start at free safety against the Patriots on Saturday, Dec. 28 if both Molden and Maye are unable to play.
Dec 13, 2024
Cleared to suit up Sunday
Jefferson (hamstring) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's Week 15 game versus Tampa Bay, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jefferson missed this past Sunday's loss to Kansas City, but he was able to log an LP/LP/FP practice progression this week. As such, he's in line to return to action Sunday. With Los Angeles' starters in the secondary healthy, Jefferson will likely play primarily on special teams unless an injury ahead of him on the depth chart requires him to log more defensive work.
Dec 11, 2024
Limited to begin practice week
Jefferson (hamstring) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Jefferson logged a season-high 69 percent of the Chargers' defensive snaps against Atlanta in Week 13, but he was then unable to suit up this past Monday versus Kansas City due to a hamstring issue. The veteran safety closed last week with a pair of DNPs, so his ability to start this week with a limited session is a positive sign for his chance of returning Sunday versus Tampa Bay. If he can't suit up for that game, though, Marcus Maye could again see more work on defense.
Dec 8, 2024
Inactive for SNF
Jefferson (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday Night Football against the Chiefs.
ANALYSIS
The veteran safety started last Sunday's win over the Falcons, played on 69 percent of the defensive snaps and made nine tackles (six solo). Jefferson got the start because Derwin James was playing slot corner. If the Chargers opt for a similar arrangement against the Chiefs, Kendall Williamson or Marcus Maye could see additional snaps in Jefferson's absence.
Dec 2, 2024
Draws start in win over Atlanta
Jefferson recorded eight total tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 17-13 win over the Falcons.
ANALYSIS
Jefferson drew the start at strong safety with Derwin James spending the day at slot cornerback. Jefferson returned to the Chargers this past week after being let go in late September, making the most of his opportunity to start Sunday. Considering Los Angeles recorded four interceptions off Kirk Cousins in the win, it's possible that they operate with a similar configuration in the secondary moving forward.
Sep 30, 2024
Released by Chargers
Jefferson was released by the Chargers on Monday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
ANALYSIS
The safety signed from the practice squad to the active roster ahead of Los Angeles' Week 4 clash with Kansas City on Sunday. Though even with starter Derwin James out, Jefferson did not play a defensive snap. In total, he has played on seven defensive snaps and three special-teams snaps with the Bolts this season.
Sep 26, 2024
Signed to Bolts' active roster
The Chargers signed Jefferson from the practice squad to the active roster Thursday.
ANALYSIS
The move comes with Derwin James serving a one-game suspension for violating the NFL's playing rules. Jefferson retired from the NFL in 2023, but he opted to make a comeback by signing with the Chargers in May. He wasn't able to make the initial 53-man roster, but he stuck around on the practice squad. Now that he's on the active roster, Jefferson will provide depth in the Chargers' secondary for their Week 4 matchup against the Chiefs.
Aug 30, 2024
Added to Bolts' practice squad
The Chargers signed Jefferson to the practice squad Friday, per the NFL's transaction log.
ANALYSIS
Jefferson had a strong finish to the preseason with two picks against the Cowboys this past Saturday, but he was unable to make the Chargers' 53-man roster in a depth secondary role. He last saw NFL action with the Giants in 2022, when he accumulated 23 tackles (16 solo) and one pass defended across nine regular-season contests.
Aug 29, 2024
Let go by Bolts
The Chargers released Jefferson on Thursday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Jefferson signed with the Chargers in June and finished the preseason strong with two interceptions against the Cowboys this past Saturday, but it wasn't enough for him to survive the roster cuts. He's expected to stick around with the organization and re-sign with the Chargers as a member of the practice squad.
Jun 14, 2024
Returning to NFL with Chargers
The Chargers signed Jefferson to a contract Friday.
ANALYSIS
Jefferson spent last season working as a scouting intern with the Ravens, but he is coming out of retirement to get back on the field. The defensive back last played for the Giants in 2022, when he recorded 23 tackles (16 solo) and one defensed pass over nine contests. Jefferson isn't guaranteed to make Los Angeles' roster, but he'll have a chance to compete during training camp for what would likely be a depth role in the team's secondary.
May 28, 2024
Working on comeback
Jefferson is coming out of retirement and plans to play this upcoming season, Jordan Schultz of BleacherReport.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jefferson last played in 2022 with the Giants and has spent the last year as a scouting intern with the Ravens, whom he played for previously. The 32-year-old has been staying in shape and training and intends to start talking to teams in the near future.
Mar 12, 2023
Plans to convert to linebacker
Jefferson intends to put on 10-15 pounds over the offseason and convert to a full-time linebacker, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jefferson has spent his NFL career as a safety, though he got some looks as a hybrid linebacker with the Giants last season. Per Raanan, Jefferson logged 41 snaps at the position and made nine tackles, so he's not entirely unfamiliar with the role. It's unclear if the veteran will return to New York next season, as he's slated to become a free agent March 15.
Dec 3, 2022
Ready to play vs. Washington
The Giants activated Jefferson (foot) from their injured reserve list Saturday ahead of Sunday's game versus the Commanders, Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record reports.
ANALYSIS
After sitting out the Giants' last six games, it looks like Jefferson is going to suit up in Week 13. With Xavier McKinney (hand) still on the non-football injury list and Dane Belton (shoulder) listed as questionable for Sunday, Jefferson could be thrown back into the defensive mix right away.
Nov 28, 2022
Nearing return
Jefferson (foot) was designated to return from IR on Monday, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jefferson was signed off the team's practice squad Oct. 8, but suffered the injury soon after and hasn't played since Week 5 against the Packers. The veteran safety now has a 21-day window to practice with the team before he needs to be placed on the 53-man roster.
Oct 16, 2022
Heads to IR
The Giants placed Jefferson (foot) on injured reserve Saturday, Dan Salomone of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jefferson will be forced to miss at least the Giants' next four games with a foot injury, making him ineligible to rejoin the lineup until at least Week 11. The veteran safety has appeared in three contests for New York this season, logging five tackles.
Oct 14, 2022
Won't play Sunday
Jefferson (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Ravens, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jefferson was called up from the practice squad and played 21 percent of the team's defensive snaps during the Giants' Week 5 win over the Packers. However, he presumably picked up a foot injury as well and will be sidelined for at least one contest after failing to practice during Week 6 prep.
Oct 13, 2022
Dealing with foot issue
Jefferson (foot) did not practice Wednesday, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Jefferson played 21 percent of defensive snaps Week 5 after being called up from the practice squad, but it appears he picked up a foot issue in the process. The depth safety will have two more chances to up his activity ahead of Sunday's contest against Baltimore.
Oct 12, 2022
No practice Wednesday
Jefferson will not practice Wednesday due to an undisclosed injury, Ralph Vacchiano of Fox Sports reports.
ANALYSIS
Jefferson was signed from the Giants' practice squad to the active roster ahead of the team's Week 5 win over the Packers, and he recorded four tackles across 13 defensive snaps -- both season highs. However, he presumably picked up an injury during the contest as well and will be in danger of missing Week 6 if he doesn't return to practice Thursday or Friday.
Oct 9, 2022
Signed off practice squad
The Giants signed Jefferson from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday, Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record reports.
ANALYSIS
Jefferson was elevated to the active roster in Week 1 and Week 2 and logged a total of 19 snaps between the two games. He may be in for a larger role now that he's been signed to the active roster, as he's been working with the first-team defense during practice, per Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News. Jefferson has ample NFL experience with 101 career games under his belt, but he hasn't been a major contributor since 2018 with Baltimore.
Sep 10, 2022
Elevated to active roster
Jefferson has been promoted to the Giants' active roster for Sunday's Week 1 tilt against the Titans, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Jefferson joined the G-Men's practice squad last week after getting released by Baltimore. He has seemingly made a quick impression, as he will now suit up and provide depth at safety to go along with presumably helping out on special teams.
Sep 3, 2022
Picked up by Giants
The Giants signed Jefferson to their practice squad Thursday, Darryl Slater of The Newark Star-Ledger reports.
ANALYSIS
Baltimore released Jefferson on Tuesday, and the Giants subsequently swooped in and signed him to their practice squad. The defensive back played in six games between the 49ers and Ravens last season, with most of his action coming at the end of the campaign. The veteran has ample NFL experience and is a strong candidate to be added to the active roster at some point this season.
Aug 29, 2022
Expected to be released
The Ravens are expected to release Jefferson on Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Jefferson joined Baltimore's practice squad late in 2021 and logged double-digit snaps in each of the final four games of the season. He parlayed his strong play into a one-year deal with the Ravens, but he finds himself among the first wave of cuts ahead of Tuesday's 53-man roster deadline.
Feb 24, 2022
Re-signs with Baltimore
Jefferson re-signed with the Ravens on Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Jefferson joined Baltimore's practice squad late in the 2021 campaign and logged double-digit snaps in each of the final four games of the season. He totaled 17 tackles (nine solo), a sack and a pass defense during his time with the Ravens, and he'll attempt to carve out a larger role during the offseason.
Dec 30, 2021
Restored to practice squad
The Ravens activated Jefferson (illness) from the practice squad COVID-19 list Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Jefferson landed on the practice squad COVID-19 list Monday but will be cleared to return to the field several days later. It's not yet clear whether he'll join the active roster for a third straight week Sunday against the Rams after he totaled 10 tackles (six solo), a sack and a pass defense in Week 16.
Dec 27, 2021
Lands on practice squad COVID list
Jefferson (illness) reverted to the Ravens' practice squad Monday and was also placed on the COVID-19 list, Ryan Mink of the Ravens' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Jefferson was active for his fourth game of the season in Sunday's loss to the Bengals. He recorded a season-high 10 tackles while also logging a sack. However, he automatically reverted back to the practice squad Monday and could also be unavailable for Sunday's game against the Rams.
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