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Joseph Jefferson
27
Games
40
Solo Tackles
1
Interceptions
Joseph Jefferson is a former defensive back out of Western Kentucky, selected by the Indianapolis Colts with the 74th overall pick (round 3) in the 2002 NFL Draft. He played 27 regular-season games from 2002 to 2005, with the Indianapolis Colts.
Draft Details
Joseph Jefferson Career Stats
Defense
| Season | Team | G | Solo | Ast | TFL | Sacks | QB Hits | INT | PD | FF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | IND | 8 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | IND | 9 | 21 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| 2005 | IND | 3 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Career | 20 | 32 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
G = games with at least one recorded statistic; the career games total in the summary above includes every game played.
Source: nflverse · Updated Sep 28, 2026
NFL Combine Results
Height
5-11
Weight
205 lbs
40-Yard Dash
4.39s
Bench Press
8 reps
Vertical Jump
39.5"
Broad Jump
121"
3-Cone Drill
6.84s
Shuttle
4.01s
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G | Florida State, East Mississippi JC |
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