With right guard Michael Schofield proving ineffective against the Kansas City Chiefs, offensive line coach Chris Morgan called up Jenkins to tell him the Bears wanted to try him out at guard. When Jenkins returned from his absence, he found himself fighting for a roster spot as the third-string right tackle.īut opportunity knocked after the Bears’ first preseason game, which Jenkins exited healthy and w ith a renewed appreciation for the game he loves. He has thanked his fiancée numerous times for helping him get through it and focus on his career. Jenkins has been open about the toll the rumors and social media noise took on his mental health.
An early training camp absence due to a minor injury was accompanied by trade rumors and whispers that the 24-year-old tackle was clashing with his coaches.
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