Izel Jenkins

Izel Jenkins

Defensive back
Personal information
Date of birth: (1964-05-27) May 27, 1964
Place of birth: Wilson, North Carolina
Height: 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) Weight: 191 lb (87 kg)
Career information
College: North Carolina State
NFL Draft: 1988 / Round: 11 / Pick: 288
No regular season or postseason appearances
Career history
Philadelphia Eagles (1988-1992) Minnesota Vikings (1993) New York Giants (1993)
Career NFL statistics
Stats at NFL.com
Stats at pro-football-reference.com

Izel N. Jenkins, Jr. (born May 27, 1964 in Wilson, North Carolina) is a former professional American football defensive back in the National Football League for the Philadelphia Eagles, Minnesota Vikings, and New York Giants during the late 1980s and early 1990s. He was drafted by the Eagles in the 11th round (288th overall) of the 1988 NFL Draft. Jenkins frequently played in nickel and dime situations.

Jenkins acquired the nickname of "Toast", due to fans and commentators believing he gave up too many big pass plays (or colloquially being "burnt" - hence "toast") to opposing wide receivers.

External links

• Where Are They Now: CB Izel Jenkins