NFLDraft101 Posted February 19, 2013 Share Posted February 19, 2013 Potential LB prospect for the Jets in the 2013 NFL Draft? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustInFudge Posted February 21, 2013 Share Posted February 21, 2013 Jenkins always seemed to make plays for the Gators when he actually played. He was a violent tackler. He's small though. Dont see how he'd fit the Jets scheme. Solid player though. Great speed, can rush the passer, cover and play the run decently...but he's got some questionable character/work ethic questions with him. I'd say the odds are low of him being an impact player in the NFL. Maybe a depth guy if he can learn how to contribute on specials. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetfan718 Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 Overview As five-star outside linebacker recruit, Jenkins was first-team all-state in Maryland. Highly sought after, Jenkins chose Florida over Notre Dame, Penn State, USC and Stanford. Jenkins was named the Maryland Gatorade Player of the Year in both 2007 and 2008. As a senior, he traveled to Los Angeles as one of five national finalists for the Watkins Award, awarded annually to the “Premier African-American Male Scholar Athlete”. Jenkins took a redshirt in his first year in 2009, as he only appeared in two games and made just two tackles. In 2010, Jenkins appeared in all 13 games, and registered 11 starts. He spent time at middle linebacker and weak-side linebacker. On the season, he totaled 76 tackles (4.5 for loss), two sacks, and one interception. In 2011, Jenkins started 12 games (he missed one due to injury). He recorded 75 tackles (6 for loss), two sacks, six pass breakups, and one interception, which he returned for a touchdown. Jenkins dealt with injuries his redshirt junior season, which limited him to just nine games. His medical issues included a lingering tweaked hamstring, and surgeries on his right foot and hand. Jenkins had 29 tackles (5 for loss), two sacks, one interception, and one punt block. Analysis Strengths Showcases good speed, moves well from sideline to sideline. Good burst. Athletic. Works well in pursit, able to track ball carriers and then make tackles. Possessing good blitzing ability. Best trait is his ability to cover. Can run with backs and tight ends. Easily flips hips, and turns his head to find the football. Weaknesses Does not possess ideal size or length. Not very strong at the point. Will get latched onto blockers when the get inside his frame. Needs to use his hands better and be more aggressive in shedding blocks. Medical concerns. NFL Comparison Nick Roach Bottom Line When healthy, Jenkins is a dynamic athlete who possesses great value with his ability to cover. However, he's had a hard time staying healthy, and struggles when run at Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenseed4 Posted February 23, 2013 Share Posted February 23, 2013 Reminds me of Landry. Just how big/small is he? Could he be a box-safety prospect? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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