Jordan Jefferson

Jordan Jefferson (born September 24, 2001) is an American professional football defensive tackle. He played college football for the West Virginia Mountaineers and LSU Tigers before being selected by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the fourth round of the 2024 NFL draft.

Early life From Navarre, Florida, Jefferson attended Navarre High School where he was a football player and wrestler.

College career As a true freshman at West Virginia in 2019, Jefferson appeared in 11 games, one as a starter, and posted five tackles.

Jefferson entered the NCAA transfer portal following the 2022 season. He ultimately transferred to the LSU Tigers. In his only year with the Tigers, he totaled 36 tackles, seven TFLs and 2.5 sacks. He was invited to participate at the 2024 Senior Bowl and NFL Scouting Combine.

Professional career

Jacksonville Jaguars Jefferson was selected in the fourth round (116th overall) of the 2024 NFL draft by the Jacksonville Jaguars.

On August 26, 2025, Jefferson was waived by the Jaguars as part of final roster cuts.

San Francisco 49ers On August 27, 2025, Jefferson was claimed off waivers by the San Francisco 49ers. He was waived on October 2.

Cincinnati Bengals On October 3, 2025, Jefferson was claimed off waivers by the Cincinnati Bengals.

On August 30, 2026, Jefferson was waived by the Bengals as part of final roster cuts.