John Jenkins

ABOUT JOHN JENKINS

Professional defensive tackle and nose tackle that was originally drafted by the New Orleans Saints during the third round of the 2013 NFL Draft. He was later signed by the Miami Dolphins in April 2021. During his NFL career, he has played for the Chicago Bears , New York Giants and Seattle Seahawks .

He initially began his college career at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College in Perkinston, Mississippi. A few years later, he transferred to the University of Georgia .

He made his official NFL debut playing against the Atlanta Falcons during week one of the 2013 regular season. His team won the game 23-17.

Growing up, he lived with his family in Stamford, Connecticut. He has a younger brother.

He was selected during the 2013 NFL Draft just like Eric Fisher .