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The Arizona Cardinals are reportedly trying to re-sign safety Tony Jefferson before the defensive back hits free agency when the new league year begins March 9.
Kent Somers of AZCentral Sports reported Friday the sides have been in "serious negotiations" about a new contract recently. He also passed along comments from Cardinals general manager Steve Keim, who admitted during a radio interview with Arizona Sports that getting deals done at this stage is tricky.
"As it gets closer to free agency, some players prefer to try and test the market, which we understand.