The Jets placed defensive lineman Quinton Jefferson on injured reserve Tuesday, ending his season. In a corresponding move, the Jets signed defensive lineman Jalyn Holmes from the practice squad to the 53-man roster.
Jefferson was a bright spot this season in a free-agency group that didn’t completely pan out for the Jets. Jefferson is third on the team with six sacks, behind only Bryce Huff (8) and Jermaine Johnson (6.5). He became a strong running mate to All-Pro Quinnen Williams in the middle of the defensive line.
Jefferson suffered a hip injury early in Sunday’s game against the Miami Dolphins. He played 11 snaps before leaving the game.
Holmes was elevated from the practice squad each of the last two games, recording one tackle. He has spent most of the season on the Jets’ practice squad.
New York also added two players to the practice squad: defensive lineman Stephen Jones and running back Jacques Patrick. Jones has spent time with the Cardinals, Steelers and Patriots, appearing in four games last season for Arizona. He was an undrafted free agent in 2022 out of Colorado State.
Patrick has spent time with the Bengals, 49ers, Panthers, Raven, Broncos and Titans. He appeared in two games in 2021 with San Francisco. He signed with the Bengals in 2020 as an undrafted free agent from Florida State.