Jets add Defensive Lineman Jarvis Jenkins

By Glenn Naughton Posted On March 16, 2016

By Glenn Naughton

Okay, this time it’s for real.

Following rumors of his signing last week that came from multiple sources repeatedly contradicting one another, the agents for defensive lineman Jarvis Jenkins confirmed today that he has in fact agreed to terms with the Jets.

Chicago to NY -> @Jarvis99jenkins has agreed to terms with the @nyjets. Congrats, Jarvis! pic.twitter.com/JouvZpcZCb

— SportsTrust Advisors (@_SportsTrust) March 16, 2016

Jenkins, a Clemson product, has appeared in 59 career games (48 starts) for the bears along the defensive line where he registered 63 tackles and 6 sacks.

The 2-year deal is with up to $7 million, with $3 million guaranteed.

Glenn Naughton

Glenn was Born in the Bronx, New York and has followed the Jets religiously despite being stationed in several different countries and time zones around the world. He now resides in England and has been a JetNation member since 2005. Glenn will bleed green with the rest of us through the highs and lows.

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