Quinton Jefferson’s time at Maryland featured its share of false starts, injuries, fatherhood and an early end to his college career after he declared for the NFL draft in December. On Saturday afternoon, the defensive lineman took the first step at the next level when the Seattle Seahawks traded up to select him in the fifth round with the No. 147 overall pick.
“It’s great to know that they really wanted me,” Jefferson said in a conference call. “I can’t wait to come to the organization, be in front of the 12s and compete.