Brian Jenkins (American football) facts for kids
| Current position | |
|---|---|
| Title | Assistant head coach, offensive coordinator |
| Team | Edward Waters |
| Conference | NAIA independent |
| Biographical details | |
| Born | March 4, 1971 Fort Lauderdale, Florida, U.S. |
| Playing career | |
| 1990–1993 | Cincinnati |
| Position(s) | Wide receiver, running back |
| Coaching career (HC unless noted) | |
| 1994 | Western Kentucky (assistant) |
| 1995–1998 | Eastern Illinois (RB) |
| 1999 | Eastern Illinois (WR) |
| 2000 | Bowling Green (RB) |
| 2001 | Frankfurt Galaxy (STC/RB) |
| 2002–2008 | Louisiana–Lafayette (STC/RB) |
| 2009 | Rutgers (WR) |
| 2010–2014 | Bethune–Cookman |
| 2015–2017 | Alabama State |
| 2018 | Alabama A&M (STC/RB) |
| 2019 | North Carolina Central (STC/RB) |
| 2021–present | Edward Waters (AHC/OC/QB) |
| Head coaching record | |
| Overall | 55–26 |
| Tournaments | 0–3 (NCAA D-I playoffs) |
| Accomplishments and honors | |
| Championships | |
| 4 MEAC (2010, 2012–2014) | |
| Awards | |
| 3× MEAC Coach of the Year (2010, 2012, 2013) 2× AFCA FCS R2 Coach of the Year (2010, 2012) |
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Brian O'Neal Jenkins (born March 4, 1971) is an American football coach. He has led several college football teams. He was the head football coach at Alabama State University from 2015 to 2017. Before that, he coached at Bethune–Cookman University from 2010 to 2014.
In his first year at Bethune-Cookman, his team won 10 games and only lost 2. They were named co-champions of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC). His team also made it to the playoffs for the NCAA Division I Football Championship Series that year.
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Who is Brian Jenkins?
Brian Jenkins is a well-known American football coach. He has worked with many college teams. He started his career as a player before becoming a coach. His journey shows how hard work can lead to success in sports.
Early Life and Playing Days
Brian Jenkins was born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on March 4, 1971. He loved football from a young age. He played college football at the University of Cincinnati.
From 1990 to 1993, he played as a wide receiver and a running back. These are important positions in football. A wide receiver catches passes, and a running back carries the ball.
Coaching Career Highlights
After his playing days, Brian Jenkins became a coach. He started as an assistant coach in 1994. Over the years, he has held many different coaching roles. These roles include coaching running backs, wide receivers, and special teams.
He has coached at many universities. Some of these include Western Kentucky, Eastern Illinois, and Bowling Green. He even coached for the Frankfurt Galaxy in NFL Europe.
Success at Bethune-Cookman
Brian Jenkins became the head coach at Bethune–Cookman University in 2010. This was a very successful time for him. His teams won many games.
- In 2010, his team won 10 games and were MEAC co-champions.
- In 2012, they won 9 games and were MEAC champions.
- In 2013, they won 10 games and were MEAC co-champions again.
- In 2014, they won 9 games and were MEAC co-champions.
He won the MEAC Coach of the Year award three times. He also won the AFCA FCS R2 Coach of the Year award twice. His overall record at Bethune-Cookman was 46 wins and 14 losses.
Time at Alabama State
After his success at Bethune-Cookman, Brian Jenkins became the head coach at Alabama State University in 2015. He coached the Hornets for three seasons.
During his time there, the team had a record of 9 wins and 17 losses. He helped guide the team through challenging seasons.
Current Role
Today, Brian Jenkins is still coaching. He is currently an assistant head coach and offensive coordinator for the Edward Waters Tigers. An offensive coordinator is a coach who plans how the team will score points. He also coaches quarterbacks.
His long career shows his dedication to football. He has helped many young players grow and succeed.
What Does a Football Coach Do?
A football coach does many important things. They are like a teacher and a leader for the team. Their main goal is to help players get better.
Coaches teach players the rules of the game. They also teach different strategies and plays. They help players improve their skills. This includes throwing, catching, running, and tackling.
Coaches also motivate their teams. They help players work together. They plan practices and prepare for games. A good coach helps players learn about teamwork and discipline. They also help players become good people off the field.
