Ken Jenkins (American football)

Ken Jenkins, former NFL running back
Ken Jenkins
No. 31
Date of birth (1959-05-08) May 8, 1959 (age 65)
Place of birthWashington, DC
Career information
Position(s)Running back
US collegeBucknell University
Career history
As player
1982Philadelphia Eagles
1983–1984Detroit Lions
1985–1986Washington Redskins
Career stats

Kenneth Walton 'Kenny' Jenkins (born May 8, 1959) is a former American football running back.[1]

He played in the National Football League for the Philadelphia Eagles, Detroit Lions, and Washington Redskins from 1982 to 1987. He played college football at Bucknell University. Jenkins retired from the Washington Redskins[2] in 1987. He holds an NFL record as the only player to amass 75+ yards rushing, 75+ yards receiving, and 75+ yards on kickoff returns in one game.[citation needed]

Business

Jenkins, a senior advisor, is a top producer[citation needed] for National Financial Partners, an insurance and financial-solutions company. He is also a motivational speaker.

Jenkins is a member of the board of trustees for Landon School, a private independent school in Bethesda, Maryland; a member of the Washington, DC Board of Trade; and board member for several nonprofits.

Jenkins has previously served as [when?] president of the NFL Players Association Former Players Chapter in Washington, DC.

References

  1. ^ "Ken Jenkins: Career Stats at NFL.com". NFL.com. Archived from the original on May 8, 2020. Retrieved June 19, 2010.
  2. ^ "1986 Washington Redskins Stats".
  • [1] 'NFL-Jenkins Career Statistics'


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