Malik Jefferson, a former Texas linebacker is currently in his fifth season in the NFL and has been signed by the Dallas Cowboys.
Jefferson has played for a handful of NFL teams including; Cincinnati Bengals (2018), Cleveland Browns (2019), Los Angeles Chargers (2019–2020), Tennessee Titans (2020), and Indianapolis Colts (2021).
Jefferson announced his intention to enter the 2018 NFL Draft on December 31, 2017, via The Player’s Tribune statement. Instead of heeding the advice of the College Advisory Board and going back to school, Jefferson enlisted in the 2018 NFL Draft.
How Good Is Malik Jefferson?
Jefferson unquestionably possesses a set of abilities suitable for the National Football League. As a linebacker, he is able to cover a lot of ground quickly thanks to his lightning speed. When it comes to reading his keys and getting into positions to make plays, Jefferson demonstrates both instinct and skill. He’s also physically mature enough to compete successfully at a higher level.
Jefferson’s speed helps him track down ball carriers as a run defender. He has quick shooting lanes and can shoot into the flat or backfield. Jefferson is an effective tackler in the open field, a hard hitter, and a decent angle runner.
He has the ability to be an effective run defender and is capable of producing more. If given the opportunity to run free and rely on his instincts, Jefferson excels as a pursuit linebacker. One of his weaknesses is being able to stop opposing downhill runs or take on opposing blocks.
What Happened To Malik Jefferson?
Malik Jefferson is currently fit. He is not injured at the moment