Chargers keep Tony Jefferson after trading away defensive lineman and cornerback
By FF Beacon
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The Los Angeles Chargers initially released veteran safety Tony Jefferson but then reversed course and kept him on the 53-man roster after trades freed up roster spots, per Adam Schefter.
What changed for the Chargers
The Chargers traded away a defensive lineman and a cornerback in separate trades, creating two additional roster spots. With that extra space, the team decided to retain Jefferson rather than let him go.
What this means for the Chargers depth chart
Jefferson remains a depth piece in the LA secondary. His status is unchanged from before the initial release announcement.
Fantasy roster action
Jefferson is not a fantasy-relevant player. The Chargers' trades of other defensive players are worth monitoring if you have LA defensive backs on your roster, but this sequence of moves is unlikely to shift snap shares in a meaningful way.