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Jenkins and Jackson were worth the wait. The Cincinnati Bengals’ NFL Draft class of 2024 continues to show promise. Rookie Kris Jenkins saw some serious action as the primary substitute on the defensive interiors.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Gridiron Heroics / September 27

Cincinnati Bengals Defensive Rookie Excelled Expectations in Week 3 Debut

It’s no secret, the Cincinnati Bengals defensive unit was a disgrace in Week 3 against the Washington Commanders. In a game where they neither forced

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincy Jungle / September 25

Zac Taylor very pleased with debuts of Amarius Mims and Kris Jenkins

The two rookies made a splash in their first NFL action. While the defense is struggling, the Cincinnati Bengals are finally coming together on the offensive line.

NFL News / Gridiron Heroics / September 21

Cincinnati Bengals Rookie Expected to Make First NFL Start in Critical Week 3 Matchup with Washington Commanders

After two weeks of the 2024 NFL season, it is painfully apparent that the depth at the defensive tackle position is nonexistent for the Cincinnati Bengals. After starting the season without their two rookies, the team has essentially been limited to three-technique tackles B.J.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincy Jungle / September 19

Bengals vs. Commanders Injury Report: Higgins and Jenkins limited; Hill and Rankins out

Some help on offense. After an 0-2 start, the Cincinnati Bengals got back to work ahead of their Monday Night Football matchup with the Washington Commanders.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 13

Cincinnati Bengals Final Injury Report Ahead of Chiefs Matchup

The Bengals won't have wide receiver Tee Higgins (hamstring) or rookie defensive tackle Kris Jenkins (thumb) for Sunday's action against the Chiefs. Kansas City relatively healthy on their end, with only wide receiver Marquise Brown missing practice this week amidst news he's headed to injured reserve.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 20

Cincinnati Bengals Film Review: How Rookie Kris Jenkins Has Improved This Preseason

The Bengals took Kris Jenkins in the second round of the 2024 NFL draft with the hopes that he could be an asset in run defense after losing DJ Reader in free agency.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Stripe Hype / August 17

3 winners and 2 losers for Bengals in blowout preseason loss to Bears

The Cincinnati Bengals played their second preseason game of 2024 against the Bears in Chicago, and it was an ugly one for the visiting team. Without the starters out there, the Bengals couldn't get anything going on offense, and they struggled to generate stops on defense, too.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 17

Watch: Former Michigan DT Kris Jenkins records first NFL sack

Former Michigan football defensive lineman Kris Jenkins Jr. became a second-round draft pick by the Cincinnati Bengals during the 2024 NFL Draft. The Bengals were needing some help on the inside of their defensive line and drafted the Michigan run stuffer.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Last Word On Sports / June 21

A Range of Expectations for Bengals Rookies: Kris Jenkins

If the Cincinnati Bengals Super Bowl window is to truly remain open for the duration of Joe Burrow‘s career, the team absolutely needs to hit on as many premium picks as possible.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / June 18

Bengals Rookies Rock Gameday Uniforms

The rookies in stripes! Check out a few of the Bengals first-year players in their future work uniforms as the Bengals' social media team posted some shots of Amarius Mims, Kris Jenkins, and more.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Pro Football Rumors / June 13

Bengals sign second-round rookie DT

He was selected with the 49th pick, making him one of several interior defenders who heard their names called during the beginning of Day 2.

Joe Burrow acknowledges he has faced doubts about durability

Bengals shore up offensive line, extend two-time Super Bowl champion

The best NFL teams that never made it to a Super Bowl

The 'Cincinnati Bengals head coaches' quiz

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / June 3

Kris Jenkins Blown Away By Bengals Facilities: 'The Technology is Lit'

Bengals rookie Kris Jenkins has made it clear that he's ecstatic to be in Cincinnati. The Bengals took Jenkins with the 49th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / May 3

Cincinnati Bengals Film Breakdown: What Kris Jenkins Jr. Adds to Defensive Line

With the 49th pick in the 2024 NFL Draft the Cincinnati Bengals selected Kris Jenkins Jr. from the University of Michigan. Jenkins is the son of former All-Pro nose tackle Kris Jenkins Sr., who was the 44th overall pick in the 2001 draft.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 29

Lou Anarumo Dives Into Expectations For Kris Jenkins Along Bengals' Front: 'See Him as a Three-Down Player'

One could argue no Bengals 2024 draft pick is more crucial this coming season than second-round selection Kris Jenkins. The former Michigan defensive tackle needs to help fill a big position in run defense with DJ Reader gone.

Kris Jenkins rookie contract figures with Cincinnati Bengals revealed after NFL Draft

Following Kris Jenkins‘ No. 49 overall selection in the 2024 NFL Draft by the Cincinnati Bengals, his rookie contract numbers have been revealed. According to Spotrac, the former Wolverines star will sign a four-year rookie deal worth approximately $7.702 million.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 22

Ranking NFL bloodline prospects in the 2024 NFL Draft

Here is a ranking of the players who already have ties to the NFL.

The best small-school quarterbacks in NFL history

The 'NFL's leading rushers from 2005' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 6

Way-too-early Cleveland Browns 2024 NFL Draft preview

The Browns aren't scheduled to make their first selection draft until the second round; That's why Cleveland must hit on several players in this year's class.

Whispers linking Bears' Justin Fields with Browns continue after combine

Does Texans GM believe he won Deshaun Watson trade with Browns?

Joe Flacco is eyeing a new deal with the Browns

The most notable single-season declines in NFL history

The 'Active NFL players with 50 sacks' quiz

Michigan Wolverines News / Blue By Ninety / March 1

Michigan football star Kris Jenkins cashes in at NFL combine

Former Michigan football standout Kris Jenkins made the “freaks” list for a reason and he made himself some money at the NFL combine on Thursday. More and more players are deciding to skip workouts at the NFL combine or they are skipping the combine altogether.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / January 12

Michigan football: Why Kris Jenkins declared for 2024 NFL Draft after CFP title win

Following the recently concluded National Championship, a number of Michigan football players have already declared for the NFL draft. Considering how high their draft stock is at the moment, it’s no surprise as to why several of the Wolverines are opting to enter the professional ranks.

College Football News / 5 GOATs / January 12

Michigan DL Kris Jenkins declares for 2024 NFL Draft

Michigan defensive lineman Kris Jenkins has declared for the 2024 NFL Draft, per ESPN’s Pete Thamel. Jenkins spent four seasons with the Wolverines, making 44 appearances and 32 starts.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / December 30

Michigan DL has surprising take on Ohio State's bowl loss

Ohio State played so poorly in their bowl game that they drew sympathy from Michigan. Yikes.

Ohio State has dreadful offensive showing in Cotton Bowl without its stars

Ohio State WR Marvin Harrison Jr. sits out Cotton Bowl

Former Ohio State QB blasts Miami after Pinstripe Bowl loss to Rutgers

The 25 best players in Michigan football history

College Football News / Yardbarker / December 21

Top draft-eligible players to watch in the College Football Playoff

As we get set for the College Football Playoff, here are 10 players who could soon be making an impact on Sundays.

Michigan DC believes Alabama QB Jalen Milroe has an underrated trait

Three X-factors for Michigan against Alabama in CFP semifinals

The 25 best rivalries in college football

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / November 15

Mike Elston Shares One Michigan Football Leader Has Been Dealing With An Injury

Kris Jenkins was an All-Big Ten selection in 2022 and could've opted to enter the NFL draft last spring, but instead, Jenkins came back to Michigan for

Michigan Wolverines News / Blue By Ninety / August 17, 2023

Watch: This is why Michigan football star Kris Jenkins is called ‘The Mutant’

Coming in at No. 6 on this year’s annual “Freaks List” is Michigan football star Kris Jenkins. During the offseason, Jenkins has gained considerable weight, strength, skills, and more, and he appears poised to make a significant impact throughout the upcoming 2023 season.

Michigan Wolverines News / Blue By Ninety / January 16, 2023

Kris Jenkins announces return to Michigan football for senior season

The Michigan football program received yet another piece of good news on Monday afternoon as defensive tackle Kris Jenkins announced he would be returning for his fourth year with the program.