Rams rookie impresses at cornerback

Rookie Janoris Jenkins draws a vivid description of how he wants to play cornerback for the St. Louis Rams. ''I play like a ninja, an assassin,'' Jenkins said Thursday after practice at Rams Park. ''I love to be around the ball. I'm quick and physical. I just play the position with a chip on my shoulder.'' The 5-foot-10, 193-pound Jenkins has been impressive in camp since he signed a four-year contract just before reporting for practice. Frequently working with the first-string unit, Jenkins has been able to open eyes to his considerable talents. ''He physically can do everything that's required of a corner, an elite corner for that matter, with the footwork and the change of direction, tackling and ball skills he has,'' new St. Louis coach Jeff Fisher said. ''He understands the defense. He's going to be a very good corner in this league.'' Certainly, his play in training camp has made his past issues seem less relevant. The influences that helped him get kicked off the Florida...