Overview

• The team announced Jefferson’s promotion from the practice squad to the active roster ahead of Week 3.
• He was elevated for Week 2 after final cuts left him on the practice squad, then produced five tackles, two pass breakups and an interception while playing 86% of defensive snaps.
• Jefferson started in place of safety Elijah Molden, who is dealing with a hamstring injury and has not practiced this week.
• Los Angeles created the roster slot by placing edge rusher Khalil Mack on injured reserve earlier this week.
• The Chargers also signed outside linebackers Clelin Ferrell and Rashad Weaver to the practice squad to bolster depth.