Rayshawn Jenkins Injury News & Updates

Jenkins (groin) is not listed on Wednesday's injury report.

Jenkins was forced out of Cleveland's loss to the Patriots in Week 8 early due to a groin issue, but he returned to full health during the team's bye. He'll be available to handle reserve defensive reps and contribute on special teams during Sunday's home game against the Jets.

Jenkins (groin) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's Week 8 game against New England.

Jenkins was deemed out with about 10 minutes remaining in the fourth quarter. Prior to his exit, he recorded four tackles (two solo). Jenkins has worked in a rotational role throughout the campaign, topping out at a 40 percent defensive snap share in Week 7 against Miami.

Jenkins (wrist) returned to Sunday's game and finished with one tackle, a fumble recovery and an interception in Week 7's 31-6 win over the Dolphins.

Jenkins briefly was removed in the third quarter following a special-teams play but was back on the field five plays later. Earlier in the game, he recovered a fumble on special teams which led to a touchdown. Jenkins later set up the final score, picking off Tua Tagovailoa and setting up Cleveland's offense at the Miami 2-yard line. He has 17 tackles, one pass defensed, one interception and one fumble recovery over seven games.

Jenkins is questionable to return to Sunday's game against Miami after injuring his wrist, Kelsey Russo of the Browns' official site reports.

Jenkins (wrist) is questionable to return against the Dolphins after getting injured in the third quarter. The former Seahawk and Jaguar has appeared in every game for Cleveland this season, and had three tackles this week before exiting.

Jenkins signed with the Browns on Monday, Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com reports.

The Browns also agreed to terms with Damontae Kazee, making Jenkins the second veteran safety the team signed Monday. Jenkins spent his 2024 campaign with the Seahawks, appearing in 13 games and recording 53 total tackles, including 2.0 sacks, across 525 defensive snaps. Now in Cleveland, the 31-year-old will likely have the opportunity to compete for a depth role in the team's secondary as the summer progresses.

Seattle released Jenkins on Tuesday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

In the veteran's first season with Seattle, Jenkins lost his starting spot to Coby Bryant midway through the year, averaging fewer than 22 defensive snaps during the last seven games of the campaign. He turned 31 in January and will have to look for his next opportunity with a different team.

Jenkins finished the 2024 regular season with 53 tackles (34 solo), including 2.0 sacks, and a fumble return touchdown across 13 games.

Jenkins signed with the Seahawks in March of 2024 on a two-year, $12 million contract after spending the three previous seasons with the Jaguars. He started at safety alongside Julian Love and played every single defensive snap in the first six games of the regular season. Jenkins registered 38 tackles (26 solo) over that span, and his best play of the year came in Week 5 against the Giants, when he recovered fumble and returned it 102 yards for a touchdown. Jenkins was forced to go on injured reserve in mid-October after undergoing surgery on his hand, and when he returned in late November, he permanently lost his starting role at safety to Coby Bryant. Jenkins and Bryant are set to compete for the second starting safety spot alongside Love for the 2025 campaign when training camp begins in July.

The Seahawks activated Jenkins (hand) from injured reserve Saturday.

Jenkins practiced fully all week and wasn't given an injury designation on Friday's injury report, so he appears ready to return after missing the Seahawks' previous four contests. Jenkins played every defensive snaps from Weeks 1 through 6 before going on injured reserve ahead of Week 7.

Jenkins (hand) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.

Jenkins, however, remains on injured reserve, but he's expected to be activated by Saturday afternoon and will be eligible to play against Arizona. Jenkins was injured in Week 6 and missed the required four games while on IR. He played 100 percent of the defensive snaps in each of the Seahawks' initial six contests.

Jenkins (hand) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

Jenkins has been sidelined for Seattle's last four games due to a hand injury he suffered against San Francisco in Week 6. The injury prompted the Seahawks to place Jenkins on injured reserve, but his 21-day practice window to return from IR opened Wednesday, and head coach Mike Macdonald relayed that Jenkins will likely be able to play against the Cardinals on Sunday, per Brady Henderson of ESPN.com. Jenkins' return would likely mean that Coby Bryant would revert to a reserve role in the Seahawks' secondary.

The Seahawks designated Jenkins (hand) to return from injured reserve Wednesday, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

Jenkins has missed the Seahawks' last four games after likely sustaining a hand injury in Seattle's Week 6 loss to the 49ers. However, his 21-day practice window was opened Wednesday, suggesting that he's nearing a return to the field. The 30-year-old safety now has a chance to play in the Seahawks' Week 12 matchup against the Cardinals, but he must first be activated to Seattle's active roster.

Head coach Mike Macdonald told reporters Friday that Jenkins (hand) is expected to play again this season, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

The 30-year-old underwent hand surgery on Oct. 11 and was placed on injured reserve Wednesday, but Macdonald's comments Friday indicate that Jenkins will likely return at some point this season. The veteran safety will be forced to miss Seattle's next four games after going on IR, with his earlier possible returning coming in Week 12 against the Cardinals. Expect K'Von Wallace to continue serving as the Seahawks' top strong safety until Jenkins returns.

The Seahawks placed Jenkins on injured reserve Wednesday due to a hand injury, John Boyle of the team's official site reports.

Jenkins hasn't missed a defensive snap this season, even while wearing a club on his hand the last two games. However, it appears the injury has become severe enough that a multi-week absence is necessary for the 2017 fourth-round pick. Jenkins will be forced to miss at least the next four regular-season games, and the earliest he can return is Week 12 against the Cardinals on Nov. 24. While Jenkins is sidelined, K'Von Wallace is likely to step up as the Seahawks' starting strong safety alongside free safety Julian Love.

Jenkins (hand) was estimated to be a full participant at the Seahawks' walkthrough Tuesday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Jenkins was limited to open the week Monday with a hand injury, but the safety now looks to be set to play Thursday versus the 49ers. The 30-year-old has produced 36 total tackles (24 solo) while also returning a fumble for a touchdown over five games in 2024.

Jenkins (hand) was considered to be a limited participant at the Seahawks' walkthrough Monday, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

Jenkins registered five total tackles (three solo) in the team's 29-20 loss to the Giants in Week 5, potentially picking up a hand injury in the process. The safety will look to log a full practice prior to Thursday's matchup with the 49ers at home.

Jenkins tallied 10 tackles (eight solo) in Sunday's 17-3 win over Miami.

Jenkins led the Seahawks in both solo and total tackles Sunday, and he once again played every single defensive snap. He leads the Seahawks with 26 total tackles, and his 18 solo tackles ranks 10th in the NFL through the first three games of the regular season.

Jenkins recorded nine total tackles (four solo) in Sunday's 23-20 overtime win versus the Patriots.

Jenkins played every one of the team's defensive snaps against New England, leading Seattle with nine takedowns. Through two games this year, the safety has compiled 15 total tackles (10 solo) and he'll look to keep it up in Week 3 against Miami.

Jenkins (calf) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Broncos, Brady Henderson of ESPN.com reports.

The first-year Seahawk was held to limited participation earlier in the week due to a calf issue, but it now appears he's recovered in time for Sunday's contest. Expect Jenkins to start alongside Julian Love as part of Seattle's top safety duo in 2024.

Jenkins (calf) was a limited participant at Seattle's practice Wednesday, John Boyle of the Seahawks' official site reports.

Jenkins appears to be dealing with some form of a calf issue ahead of Week 1, popping up on the team's initial injury report. The safety will have two more chances to increase his participation level at practice prior to Sunday's matchup with the Broncos.

Jenkins and the Seahawks agreed on a two-year contract, $12 million contract Wednesday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

Jenkins will officially head to Seattle after spending the last three seasons in Jacksonville, most recently recording 101 tackles, including 1.0 sacks, while also intercepting two passes and deflecting nine others over 17 games in 2023. He'll likely replace Quandre Diggs as the team's starting free safety after Diggs was released.

Jenkins with the Seahawks on Wednesday, Tom Pelissero of ESPN reports.

Jenkins was released by the Jaguars as a cap casualty earlier this month but will now get another chance in Seattle. The 2017 fourth-round pick tallied 101 tackles (66 solo) and two interceptions in 17 games played last season and should have a chance to compete for the starting safety spot opposite Julian Love.

Jacksonville plans to release Jenkins, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

Jenkins' release will save the Jaguars roughly $5.1 million against the cap, while the team's other announced cut of veteran cornerback Darious Williams will save the team roughly $10 million. In each of his last two seasons Jenkins has played all 17 games and turned in a triple-digit tackling effort, so he should garner real interest as a free agent. Antonio Johnson, a 2023 fifth-round pick, will be a candidate to replace Jenkins in the starting lineup.

Jenkins played in all 17 games last season and totaled 101 tackles (66 tackles) one sack, nine passes defensed and two interceptions.

It's the second straight season with triple-digit tackles for the 30-year-old safety, good for third on the team. Jenkins is entering the final season of the four-year, $35 million contract he signed with Jacksonville in 2021 and is poised for another campaign at strong safety.

Jenkins finished Sunday's loss to Tampa Bay with seven tackles (three solo).

Jenkins was Jacksonville's second-leading tackler in the defeat, and the seven stops pushed his total to 91 on the season. That's the second-highest mark of his career, 25 behind the 116 he notched last year. He's unlikely to reach last season's mark, but Jenkins will attempt to reach the triple-digit tackle total for the second straight campaign over the Jaguars' final two regular-season contests.

Jenkins recorded six tackles (four solo), including a sack, while intercepting a pass and deflecting another in Sunday's 23-7 loss to the Ravens.

Jenkins was a busy man in Week 15, securing his first sack of the year while also picking off a pass from Lamar Jackson in the second quarter. The safety will look to build off of his performance in Sunday's contest with the Buccaneers.

Jenkins recorded nine tackles (five solo) and a pass defensed in Sunday's 24-21 win at Houston.

It's the most total tackles Jenkins has managed this year since Week 7 at New Orleans. He's had a slightly underwhelming campaign so far compared to the huge numbers he posted last season, but he's still on the IDP radar heading into a Week 12 matchup versus the Bengals.

Jenkins had nine tackles (three solo) in Thursday's 31-24 win over the Saints.

Jenkins delivered a solid performance as a key available figure in Jacksonville's banged-up secondary. The safety set a new season high in tackles, topping the eight he totaled in both Week 2 against Kansas City and Week 6 against Indianapolis. Jenkins' lone interception of 2023 also came in that game against the Colts.

Jenkins recorded seven tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 37-17 loss versus the Texans.

Jenkins is still searching for his first interception of the year, but he remains on pace for his second straight 100-tackle season. As such, he remains a fine IDP option headed into a Week 4 game versus the Falcons.

Jenkins restructured his contract with Jacksonville on Thursday, Ben Arthur of FoxSports.com reports.

Jenkins had signed a four-year deal with the team in 2021 worth $35 million. The restructuring converted $6.4 million of his salary into a signing bonus, which opened up $5.1 million in cap space for the Jaguars this offseason, according to Jason Fitzgerald of overthecap.com. Jenkins finished the 2022 season with a career-high 116 tackles (73 solo) and should maintain his starting strong-safety job in 2023.

Jenkins had 116 tackles (73 solo), one sack, 12 passes defensed, one interception and three forced fumbles in 17 games during the 2022 regular season.

The 29-year-old finished with a career high in tackles and finished second on the team, trailing only league-leader Foye Oluokun. It's the first time Jenkins has eclipsed the 100-tackle mark in his career, and he also had his first forced fumbles. He carries a $10.25 million cap hit for 2023 and would have just a $4 million dead cap if released, which makes him a prime cut or restructure candidate this offseason.

Jenkins (shoulder) has been ruled active ahead of Sunday's regular-season finale versus the Titans.

Jenkins popped up with a shoulder injury during Week 18 prep that left him questionable to play coming into this must-win matchup heading into the wild-card round of the playoffs. The sixth-year safety has recorded career highs across the board with 109 tackles, 11 passes defended and three interceptions over 16 games this season. Expect Jenkins to reprise his starting role alongside Andre Cisco.

Jenkins (shoulder) is considered questionable to play Saturday against the Titans.

Jenkins was on the field for nearly every defensive snap across the Jaguars' first 15 games of the season. However, it appears he sustained a shoulder injury at some point while playing a season-low 71 percent of defensive snaps against Houston in Week 17, as the 28-year-old was limited in each practice during Week 18 prep. Jenkins has recorded a career-high 109 tackles and 11 passes defended, including two interceptions during the Week 15 win over Dallas. Should he ultimately suit up, expect Jenkins to retain his role as Jacksonville's starting strong safety versus Tennessee.

Jenkins recorded nine tackles (five solo) in Thursday's 19-3 win over the Jets.

Though it was expected that Jenkins wouldn't be able to replicate his 18-tackle, two-interception performance he displayed in Week 15 versus Dallas, he still tied for a team-high nine stops and played all but one defensive snap in Thursday's victory over New York. The 28-year-old has already set new career highs with 104 tackles and 11 passes defensed on the season, and he'll now look to keep momentum moving forward when the Jaguars travel to Houston on New Years Day.

Jenkins recorded 18 tackles (nine solo) and two interceptions -- the second of which he returned for the game-winning touchdown -- in Week 15 against Dallas.

Jenkins was already having a monster game prior to overtime, notching 17 tackles and a big third-quarter interception of Dak Prescott that set up a Jaguars touchdown. Jenkins then stopped Tony Pollard for no gain on a rush up the middle on the Cowboys' third snap of overtime before ending the contest one play later by intercepting Prescott again and returning the pick 52 yards for the decisive score. Per Andrew Siciliano of NFL Network, Jenkins' 18 tackles were the most by any NFL player with at least two interceptions in one game since at least 1994.

Jenkins (concussion) is officially active for Sunday's game at Kansas City.

Jenkins suffered the concussion last week against the Raiders, but he's cleared the concussion protocol and is good to go Sunday. The 28-year-old has 54 tackles (35 solo), one interception and nine passes defensed through nine games this year.

Jenkins (concussion) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Kansas City, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

Jacksonville will reevaluate Jenkins on Saturday, which should provide some clarity, but for now it appears he's a true toss-up to play in Week 10. If he can't go, Andrew Wingard would likely be in line for the fill-in reps at safety.

Jenkins (concussion) was a limited participant in practice Thursday.

Jenkins' move up from a DNP on Wednesday to a limited practice Thursday suggests the veteran safety is trending in the right direction, but he does still remain in concussion protocols. If he is able to gain clearance before Sunday's game with the Chiefs, he should be able to play. If not, Andrew Wingard will likely be seeing extra opportunities.

Jenkins (concussion) did not practice Wednesday ahead of Sunday's game at Kansas City.

Jenkins presumably sustained the concussion during Jacksonville's win versus Las Vegas in Week 9, and he's likely still waiting for clearance from team physicians to return to practice. Were he to miss Week 10, Andrew Wingard would probably draw the start at safety next to Andre Cisco

Coach Doug Pederson said Monday that Jenkins is in league concussion protocol ahead of Sunday's game at Kansas City, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

Jenkins apparently sustained a concussion during Jacksonville's 27-20 win versus Las Vegas in Week 9, and he'll now need to be cleared by team physicians to return to football activities before he can play again. If Jenkins can't start Sunday, Andrew Wingard is a likely candidate to fill in next to Andre Cisco.

Jenkins exited to be evaluated for a concussion and is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Raiders.

Jenkins appears to have sustained a possible concussion at some point during the second half of Sunday's contest. The strong safety recorded 49 tackles, nine passes defended and an interception over the first eight weeks of the season, and his absence will leave Daniel Thomas and Andrew Wingard to step up into larger roles against Las Vegas.

Jenkins recorded eight tackles (five solo) in Sunday's 21-17 loss to the Broncos.

Jenkins registered at least eight tackles for the third time this season, all of which have come over the last four contests. The safety is now up to 49 tackles with nine pass deflections and an interception over eight games this year.

Jenkins logged 12 tackles (seven solo) during Sunday's 13-6 loss to the Texans.

Jenkins hit double digit in tackles, the first time since Week 6 of the 2021 campaign. The veteran safety has totaled 28 tackles and one interception through his five games of 2022. Jenkins will continue his starting safety role alongside full safety Andre Cisco.

Jenkins registered three tackles (two solo), four pass deflections and one interception during Sunday's 24-0 win over the Colts.

Jenkins intercepted Matt Ryan on the first drive of the game, marking his first interception since 2020, and disrupted the passing attack all game long. The sixth-year veteran totaled 73 tackles and three pass defenses last year during his first season with the Jaguars and figures to garner a similar role in 2022.

Jenkins (ankle) participated in minicamp, Justin Barney of WJXT reports.

Jenkins suffered a fractured ankle and had to be carted off the field during Week 15 last year and spent the remainder of the campaign on IR. Before the injury, the 2017 fourth-round pick racked up 73 tackles and three pass defenses across 13 games. Now healthy, the 28-year-old will look to reclaim his starting strong safety role to start the 2018 campaign.

The Jaguars placed Jenkins (ankle) on the team's injured reserve Tuesday, John Shipley of SI.com reports.

Jenkins suffered a fractured ankle and had to be carted off the field in the Jaguars' Week 15 loss to the Texans. The safety will miss the remainder of the season, so Daniel Thomas is expected to see an increased role for the Jaguars' defense.

Interim head coach Darrell Bevell said Monday that Jenkins (ankle) will be placed on injured reserve and is expected to miss the rest of the season, John Reid of The Florida Times-Union reports.

Jenkins broke his ankle while covering a kick in the first quarter and had to be carted off the field. While he was injured on special teams, The 27-year-old also served as the Jaguars' full-time strong safety this year, so in his absence, Daniel Thomas is expected to have a more prominent role for the remainder of the season.

Jenkins has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Texans after suffering an ankle injury, John Oehser of the Jaguars' official site reports.

Jenkins got hurt on kick coverage in the first quarter and was quickly ruled out for the rest of the game. It's unclear how long the injury may held him out, though he was carted off the field according to John Reid of The Florida Times-Union. Jenkins has also served as the team's full-time strong safety, so his absence will leave Daniel Thomas to fill a more significant role.

Jenkins was ejected from Sunday's game against the 49ers,John Shipley of SI.com reports.

Jenkins threw a punch at Jauan Jennings and was tossed from the game midway through the second quarter. He recorded two tackles prior to his exit. Daniel Thomas should see an increased workload in Jenkins' absence.

Jenkins had seven tackles (five solo) during Sunday's 23-17 loss to the Steelers.

Jenkins posted his highest tackle total since reaching double digits Week 6 and once again played every defensive snap for the Jags. The 27-year-old has 54 tackles (42 solo) and three passes defensed through nine games.

Jenkins recorded 10 tackles (seven solo) and a pass defended in a 23-20 win over the Dolphins on Sunday.

Jenkins 10 tackles were a season-high and his pass defended was his third of the season. Although Jenkins plays 100 percent of the snaps his tackle totals are not elite and he still has not forced a turnover, leaving the box score are bit empty most weeks. Jenkins and the Jaguars are headed into a bye week and will travel to Seattle for Week 8.

Jenkins had eight tackles (four solo) during Thursday's 24-21 loss to the Bengals.

The 27-year-old has now played every defensive snap through the first four games of the season and tied for the team lead in tackles Thursday with Myles Jack and Tyson Campbell. Jenkins has 22 total tackles this season and isn't an IDP option at his current level of production.

Jenkins agreed to a four-year contract with the Jaguars on Monday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

Jenkins is one of a number of prospective free agents to agree to terms with Jacksonville on Monday, including fellow safety Rudy Ford. Unlike Ford, Jenkins projects as a likely starter for the Jaguars next season. He started 15 games for the Chargers last season before injuring his ankle, notching a career-high 84 tackles in that span.

Jenkins (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.

Jenkins started the first 15 games of the season. The 2017 fourth-round pick posted career highs in tackles (84), sacks (one) and pass breakups (four). He added two interceptions as well. Jenkins will be a free agent in March.

Jenkins suffered an ankle injury during Sunday's game against the Broncos.

Jenkins exited in the first quarter before recording a tackle. Jahleel Addae and, to a lesser extent, Alohi Gilman should see increased reps if Jenkins can't return.

Jenkins made 11 tackles (eight solo) in Sunday's 27-17 loss to the Bills.

Jenkins set a new career high in tackles during this performance. The fourth-year safety has started every game for the Chargers this season because Derwin James (knee) is on IR, and he's cashed in on the opportunity with 70 stops through 11 outings. He'll hit triple digits at this rate.

Jenkins recorded seven tackles (six solo), two pass breakups and an interception in Sunday's 31-30 loss to the Broncos.

Jenkins has now posted seven or more tackles in four of the last five games, but these were his first marks in the pass breakup and interception columns this year. His playing time has been consistent, playing all of the defensive snaps in five straight contests. Jenkins could be busy again Week 9 when Josh Jacobs and the Raiders come to town.

Jenkins had eight tackles (seven solo) during Sunday's 39-29 win against Jacksonville.

Jenkins played 100 percent of the team's defensive snaps and has converted at least eight tackles two games in a row. The hard-hitting safety is quickly starting to emerge as an intriguing fantasy option and should be in for another featured matchup against the run-heavy Broncos.

Jenkins had nine tackles (seven solo) during Monday's 30-27 loss to the Saints in overtime.

The 26-year-old finished second on the team in tackles behind Kyzir White, and it's the second time this season he's posted nine tackles. Jenkins' IDP value remains limited since he has eight total tackles over three games besides the two nine-tackle performances.

Jenkins (groin) is officially active for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.

Jenkins was upgraded to full practice Friday after he was limited earlier in the week, so this news isn't surprising. The 2017 fourth-round pick should expect to handle his usual starting safety role for the contest now healthy.

Jenkins (groin) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.

Jenkins began the week with back-to-back practices, but he upgraded to full participation Friday. The starting safety looks like he's trending in the right direction, but a final word on his availability may not be given until approximately 90 minutes before Sunday's 1:00 P.M. ET kickoff.

Jenkins (groin) registered nine tackles (three solo) and a sack in the 21-16 loss to the Panthers on Sunday.

Jenkins continues to build off a productive 2019 season where he registered 54 tackles as the pseudo starting safety. The loss of Derwin James (knee) means the veteran should be safely locked into starting duties for the foreseeable future, although the team did sign longtime Charger, Jahleel Addae, to the team's practice squad early last week.

Jenkins (groin) is officially active for Sunday's game against the Panthers.

Jenkins suffered the groin injury in last week's loss to the Chiefs, however, he's returned healthy enough to suit up a week later. The 2017 fourth-round pick should return his his usual starting role as the team's starting strong safety.

Jenkins (groin) is considered day-to-day after exiting Sunday's loss to the Chiefs, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

The 26-year-old was limited to 34 defensive snaps Sunday due to the groin injury, and he remains less than 100 percent. Jenkins' status should be updated further when the Chargers return to practice later in the week.

Jenkins is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Chiefs due to a groin injury.

Jenkins missing any time is a significant blow to a Chargers' secondary already operating without Derwin James (knee). Desmond King and Alohi Gilman will handle increased workloads as long as Jenkins is unable to play.

Jenkins registered 54 tackles (34 solo), three interceptions and four passes defended over the course of the 2019 season.

Jenkins was forced into a prominent secondary position after injuries to Derwin James (ankle) and Adrian Phillips (forearm) left the Chargers vulnerable at safety. Despite the relatively high tackle numbers, the 26-year-old safety was a net negative against the run according to multiple Pro Football Focus rankings and likely will see his playing time reduced in 2020 with the healthy return of both James and Phillips.