The Texans released defensive end Jordan Jenkins this week and there will likely be plenty of interest in the six-year veteran as rosters start to come together. The first bite on the line came rather quickly as Jenkins went to Las Vegas to work out with the Raiders Wednesday, according to Aaron Wilson of Pro Football Network.
Jenkins was a five-year starter for the Jets after being selected in the third round of the 2016 NFL Draft. It took some time for Jenkins to find his footing, but he exploded onto the scene over the 2018 and 2019 seasons. After only recording 5.5 sacks, 7.0 tackles for loss and 12 quarterback hits in his first two seasons, Jenkins broke out with 15.0 sacks, 15.0 tackles for loss and 28 quarterback hits over the next two years. Jenkins also has a tendency for causing turnovers throughout his career with seven forced fumbles and five recoveries to date.
The Raiders are strong atop the depth chart with Maxx Crosby and Chandler Jones starting and Clelin Ferrell coming off the bench. The depth behind those three, though, could be significantly improved if they can add the best version of Jenkins. Jenkins didn’t start any games for the Texans last year and struggled with injuries during his final year in New York. But if he can bounce back to his 2018-19 form, Jenkins and the Raiders might be a perfect match.
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