Kris Jenkins (Kristopher Rudy-Charles Jenkins) was born on August 3, 1979 in Ypsilanti, Michigan. After going to high school at Belleville (Ypsilanti, MI), Jenkins attended the University of Maryland. Jenkins made his professional debut in the NFL in 2001 with the Carolina Panthers. He has played for the Carolina Panthers for his entire 6 year career.
Most people believe that 2002 was Kris Jenkins's best year, as he recorded 7 sacks.