Jason Jefferson
American football player (born 1981)
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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]
PositionDefensive tackle
BornDecember 20, 1981
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Listed weight295 lb (134 kg)
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| Position | Defensive tackle | ||||||
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| Born | December 20, 1981 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. | ||||||
| Listed height | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) | ||||||
| Listed weight | 295 lb (134 kg) | ||||||
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| High school | Leo (Chicago) | ||||||
| College | Wisconsin | ||||||
| NFL draft | 2005: 6th round, 193rd overall pick | ||||||
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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]