Veteran Lions RB Finds New NFL Home After Abrupt Departure From Rival

A former Detroit Lions running back is off to his next NFL destination. The Arizona Cardinals announced that they signed veteran back Jermar Jefferson to their practice squad, giving the former Lions tailback a new opportunity. Jefferson had spent time with the rival Minnesota Vikings in the offseason, but was released just before the start of the regular season in September. Jermar Jefferson Heads to NFC West As CBS Sports reported, Jefferson returned to the Cardinals after a brief stint during the 2025 season. "Jefferson was signed to the Cardinals' practice squad Wednesday," the report noted.