With Mazi Smith now in the NFL, it’s Kris Jenkins’ time to shine along the interior of Michigan’s defensive line.
While Smith was formidable at Michigan, Jenkins could be even more dominant than him as he has a penchant for getting after the quarterback. Michigan’s defense wants to generate more of a pass rush up the middle this season, and Jenkins seems to be the perfect player to mesh with those schematics.
“An elite pass rusher right now,” Michigan offensive lineman Zak Zinter said about Jenkins on Monday.
Zinter said that during the first few days of fall camp, Jenkins is one of those guys he has to lock in his set on because Jenkins will be ready to make a move.