Updated Jan. 11, 2026, 7:38 p.m. MT
The Arizona Cardinals did not make the playoffs. They are in offseason mode looking ahead to making changes on the roster, and they are looking for a new head coach. However, a few former Cardinals players find themselves in the postseason.
The second of three Sunday playoff games has the Los Angeles Chargers at New England Patriots.
Between the Chargers and Patriots, there are three former Cardinals split between their rosters.
Who are they?
Chargers S Tony Jefferson
Jefferson is a great story. He played for the Cardinals from 2013-2016 after making the team as an undrafted rookie. He was out of the NFL in 2020. He retired in 2023 but has come back for two seasons playing for the Chargers. He had a career-high four interceptions in 2025.
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Dobbs was the Cardinals’ starting quarterback for the first half of the 2023 season. He was the Patriots’ backup quarterback this season.
Patriots DL Khyiris Tonga
Tonga played for the Cardinals in 2024 and signed with the Patriots in 2025. He played in 14 games and started eight at nose tackle.
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