Ken Jenkins (American football)
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| Born: | May 8, 1959 Washington, D.C. |
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| Career information | |
| Position(s) | Running back |
| College | Bucknell University |
| Career history | |
| As player | |
| 1982 | Philadelphia Eagles |
| 1983–1984 | Detroit Lions |
| 1985–1986 | Washington Redskins |
| Career stats | |
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Kenneth Walton 'Kenny' Jenkins (born May 8, 1959 in Washington, D.C.) is a former American football running back.[1]
He played in the National Football League for the Philadelphia Eagles, Detroit Lions and the 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, D.C,
Personal life[]
Jenkins lives with his wife, Dr. Amy Lewis, in Maryland.[citation needed]
References[]
External links[]
- [1] 'NFL-Jenkins Career Statistics'
- 1959 births
- Living people
- American football running backs
- Bucknell Bison football players
- Detroit Lions players
- Players of American football from Washington, D.C.
- Washington Redskins players