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Everything Kris Jenkins Said After Getting Drafted By The Bengals

Everything Kris Jenkins Said After Getting Drafted By The Bengals


Defensive tackle; Michigan

How has it been for you tonight to get the call from the Bengals?

“Tonight has been amazing. Nothing but a dream, surrounded by friends and family. To get this opportunity that I’ve been dreaming about since I was a kid. To finally make a name for myself and this Jenkins family. I’m just excited for this opportunity that the Bengals have blessed me with, so I can’t wait to get started.”

What stood out in your interactions with the Cincinnati front office?

“They’ve been nothing but amazing. Everybody in the Cincinnati front office has been nothing but humble, ready to work, about business, nothing but amazing toward me. I could just tell by the aura they generate that they’re ready to get some championships, some Super Bowls and make great players. So, I’m just ready to be part of that culture and that tradition. I’m ready to go.”

How much do you know about this team? Dax Hill and DJ Turner II are here. How much do you know about this club and how much have you talked with them?

“I know a little bit because I keep track with my fellow alumni being up there. Brad Robbins, Dax Hill, a bunch of my boys being up there, so I keep a little bit of track. I’m excited to get to know more guys and be a part of this culture from the inside. I’m just really excited.”

Zac Taylor said that when they brought you in for the visit, they didn’t have many questions for you. Do you remember what that conversation was like and how was your visit with him?

“It was amazing. We just talked life and we talked ball. I can already tell that he’s nothing but a father figure and a role model. Somebody that’s going to teach you and get you to where you want to be. It’s been amazing to have that experience with him. I’m looking forward to more experiences that I’m going to have with him. Like I said, I’m just excited.”

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