In 2006, Jefferson was hired by the Detroit Lions as an offensive assistant. In 2007, he was promoted to wide receivers coach.
Tennessee Titans
In 2013, Jefferson was hired by the Tennessee Titans as their wide receivers coach.
Miami Dolphins
On January 12, 2016, Jefferson was hired by the Miami Dolphins as their wide receivers coach under head coach Adam Gase.[4]
New York Jets
In 2019, Jefferson followed Gase to be his assistant head coach and wide receivers coach with the New York Jets.[5]
Arizona Cardinals
On January 19, 2021, Jefferson was hired by the Arizona Cardinals as their wide receivers coach under head coach Kliff Kingsbury, replacing David Raih. On May 10, 2022, Jefferson was promoted to associate head coach.[6]
Carolina Panthers
On February 19, 2023, the Carolina Panthers hired Jefferson as their wide receivers coach.[7]
Personal life
Jefferson's son is Van Jefferson, a wide receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers. He played college football at Ole Miss and Florida.[8]