Van Jefferson Joins Washington Commanders

0:00On March 26, Van Jefferson is the latest addition to the Washington Commanders, signing a one-year deal as a wide receiver. Football is in his blood, with his father Sean playing 13 years in the NFL after starring as Central Florida. Sean racked up 470 catches for over 7,000 yards and 29 touchdowns across teams like the Houston Oilers San Diego, Chargers and Atlanta Falcons. Jefferson himself has bounced around the league since being drafted in the second round by the Los Angeles Rams in 2020. He suited up for the Rams, Falcons, Steelers and Titans, showing reliability in 16 games last season. In college, he transferred from Ole Miss to Florida, where he topped the Gators with 503 receiving yards and six touchdowns in his. First year there. One of his most memorable days came during the 2022 Super Bowl, when the Rams beat the Bengals. Right as the game ended, Jefferson learned his wife was in labor.

1:00He rushed to the hospital, joining via FaceTime for the birth of their son, Champ, arriving just in time for that first touch. It was a wild mix of championship glory and new dad joy. Now with Washington, Jefferson knows a couple of teammates from his Titans days, like tight and chiggle Conco, whom he praises for a scoring ability. After the catch, O'Concoo joins to boost quarterback Jane Dangle's options with consistent 50 plus catches over recent years. What keeps Jefferson in the league is his sharp route running, honed by his dad, now a receiver's coach for the New York Jets. Trainers call him one of the best at Chris Brouts, and he could mentor Washington's young receivers this summer, helping shape their offense no matter how the roster shakes out.