The New York Giants officially signed veteran safety Tony Jefferson to their practice squad on Thursday, but he’s not expected to remain there long.
Whether he’s signed to the active roster or promoted on gameday, Jefferson appears poised to take on a notable role in Wink Martindale’s defense. And that’s precisely why he joined the Giants.
Jefferson revealed that not only did the Baltimore Ravens want him back, but several other teams had come calling, too.
Giants safety Tony Jefferson said he knew the Ravens wanted him back after releasing him. Why not return? Told me he saw the same path to the field that led him to be cut, so why not go for better opportunity with old friend Wink Martindale here. There were other offers as well.
— Art Stapleton (@art_stapleton) September 1, 2022
There was a brief moment Jefferson also considered retirement. He missed the 2020 season after suffering a serious knee injury that required as many as four surgeries, but is now feeling healthy.
“I’m all in, man. It’s the Big Apple. See the skyline from the field. I think I’m ready to play the best ball of my career,” Jefferson said, via Art Stapleton.
That’s music to Martindale’s ears. So much so that it warranted a rare smile.
I asked Tony Jefferson what Wink Martindale's reaction was when they saw each other for the first time here with #Giants.
"Adoree' Jackson told me they haven't seen Wink smile that much all summer." https://t.co/YRS4incZiy
— Art Stapleton (@art_stapleton) September 1, 2022
