He’d go on to spend time with the Las Vegas Raiders, Seattle Seahawks, and New York Jets in subsequent seasons, tallying a career-high six sacks with the Jets in 2023.Jefferson signed with the Browns last spring and was a key defensive contributor to commence the 2024 campaign,

One key reason why it is so challenging for teams to agree to trades at the deadline is that they have concerns with new players learning their scheme quick enough. When you bring back old friends, that isn't much of a problem.

The Buffalo Bills have added a pair of familiar faces, signing defensive tackles Jordan Phillips and Quinton Jefferson.Jefferson, 31, was released by the Browns on Tuesday. Phillips, 32, was cut by the Cowboys after playing in just two games this season.