Malcolm Jenkins facts for kids

Quick facts for kids
Malcolm Jenkins

Jenkins with the Philadelphia Eagles in 2014
No. 27
Position:	Safety
Personal information
Born:	(1987-12-20) December 20, 1987 (age 37) East Orange, New Jersey, U.S.
Height:	6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
Weight:	204 lb (93 kg)
Career information
High school:	Piscataway (Piscataway, New Jersey)
College:	Ohio State (2005–2008)
NFL Draft:	2009 / Round: 1 / Pick: 14
Career history
New Orleans Saints (2009) Philadelphia Eagles (2014) New Orleans Saints (2020)
Career highlights and awards
2× Super Bowl champion (XLIV, LII) Second-team All-Pro (2010) 3× Pro Bowl (2015, 2017, 2018) Jim Thorpe Award (2008) Consensus All-American (2008) Second-team All-American (2007) 3× First-team All-Big Ten (2006–2008)
Career NFL statistics
Total tackles: 1,044 Sacks: 13.5 Forced fumbles: 20 Fumble recoveries: 11 Interceptions: 21 Defensive touchdowns: 8
Player stats at PFR

Malcolm Jenkins (born December 20, 1987) is a former American football player. He played the safety position for 13 seasons in the National Football League (NFL). A safety is a defensive player who helps prevent the other team from scoring long touchdowns.

Jenkins played college football for the Ohio State Buckeyes. He was so good that he was named a consensus All-American, which means most experts agreed he was one of the best players in the country. He also won the Jim Thorpe Award as the nation's top defensive back.

In the 2009 NFL draft, he was chosen by the New Orleans Saints. He later played for the Philadelphia Eagles before returning to the Saints to finish his career. Jenkins retired from football in 2022.

Early Life and High School

Jenkins grew up in Piscataway, New Jersey. He was a star athlete at Piscataway Township High School, where he played both wide receiver on offense and defensive back on defense. He helped his team win three state championships in a row.

Besides football, Jenkins was also a talented track athlete. As a junior, he won the state championship in the 400 metres race.

College Career at Ohio State

Jenkins played for the Ohio State from 2005 to 2008. As a freshman, he played a special defensive role called the nickelback. He quickly became a key player for the team.

By his second year, he was a starting cornerback and was named to the first-team All-Big Ten. He earned this honor for three straight years. In his final year, he won the Jim Thorpe Award, given to the best defensive back in all of college football.

While in college, Jenkins joined the Omega Psi Phi fraternity, a social and service organization.

Professional Football Career

Jenkins had a long and successful career in the NFL, playing for two different teams and winning two Super Bowls.

New Orleans Saints (2009–2013)

Jenkins with the New Orleans Saints in 2012

The New Orleans Saints picked Jenkins in the first round of the 2009 NFL draft. In his very first season, the Saints had a fantastic year and went all the way to the Super Bowl.

On February 7, 2010, Jenkins and the Saints won Super Bowl XLIV by defeating the Indianapolis Colts. It was the first Super Bowl victory in the history of the Saints.

After his first season, Jenkins switched from playing cornerback to the safety position. He became a leader on the defense. In 2010, he scored his first career touchdown by returning an interception 96 yards. An interception is when a defensive player catches a pass meant for an offensive player.

Philadelphia Eagles (2014–2019)

Jenkins tackling Jarvis Landry in the 2016 Pro Bowl

In 2014, Jenkins signed with the Philadelphia Eagles. He quickly became one of the team's most important players. He was known for his smart plays and leadership. During his time with the Eagles, he was selected for the Pro Bowl three times. The Pro Bowl is an all-star game for the NFL's best players.

In 2017, Jenkins helped lead the Eagles to the Super Bowl. On February 4, 2018, the Eagles defeated the New England Patriots to win Super Bowl LII. This was the first Super Bowl title for the Eagles and the second championship for Jenkins.

Jenkins was a very durable player. In his six seasons with the Eagles, he started every single game.

Return to the Saints and Retirement

In 2020, Jenkins returned to the New Orleans Saints, the team that first drafted him. He played two more seasons with the Saints, continuing to be a reliable player on defense.

On March 30, 2022, Malcolm Jenkins announced his retirement from professional football after a 13-year career.

Life Outside of Football

Jenkins is also known for his work off the field. He created The Malcolm Jenkins Foundation, a charity that helps young people. The foundation focuses on education, character, and leadership skills.

During his career, Jenkins also worked to bring attention to social issues. He met with government leaders and spoke about creating better relationships between police and communities.

Career Achievements and Statistics

Jenkins was a two-time Super Bowl champion and a three-time Pro Bowl selection. He was a key player on every team he played for.

Regular Season Stats

Images for kids

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  Jenkins holds the Vince Lombardi Trophy at the Eagles' Super Bowl LII parade in Center City Philadelphia in February 2018

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  Jenkins in a game against the Washington Redskins

See also

In Spanish: Malcolm Jenkins para niños