Malcolm Jenkins

Malcolm Jenkins is a former professional football player who had a successful 13-year career as a safety in the NFL, winning two Super Bowls and earning multiple accolades.

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Profession :

Football Player

Birthday :

December 20, 1987

Age :

37

Malcolm Jenkins, born on December 20, 1987, is a retired American football player who had a successful 13-year career as a safety in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Ohio State University, where he received consensus All-American honors and won the prestigious Jim Thorpe Award during his senior year. Jenkins began his professional career with the New Orleans Saints after being drafted in the first round of the 2009 NFL Draft. He played for the Saints until 2013 before joining the Philadelphia Eagles, where he won two Super Bowls and was selected for the Pro Bowl three times.

Throughout his career, Jenkins was known for his intelligence and instincts on the field, as well as his leadership both on and off the field. He was a strong advocate for racial justice and police reform, playing a significant role in the Players Coalition, a group of NFL players dedicated to social justice and reform. Jenkins also founded the Malcolm Jenkins Foundation, which focuses on youth education and wellness initiatives.

In 2023, Jenkins announced his retirement from professional football, leaving behind a legacy as a two-time Super Bowl champion, three-time Pro Bowler, and three-time NFL Walter Payton Man of the Year finalist. Off the field, he continued his commitment to social justice and recently became a minority stakeholder in the Premier League club Burnley through the ALK Capital investment group.