Published 11/3/2008
at The Jet Stream - NY Daily News Blogs
Kris Jenkins made his mark in Buffalo. He received Favre-like coverage this morning in The Buffalo News, which led its sports section with a huge, color photo of the big fella, kneeling over his prey - a flattened Trent Edwards. The headline reads:
“Mound of Trouble.”
Buffalo is a blue-collar town, and it certainly can appreciate a guy who works in the trenches. When was the last time you saw a nose tackle receiving so much pub? He deserves it.
Jenkins, continuing his strong season, absolutely blew up the Bills’ offense in yesterday’s 26-17 win at the Ralph. Barring an injury, he should be a lock for the Pro Bowl, but I’m going to take it one step further: He should be in the conversation for Defensive Player of the Year. Why not?
Titans DT Albert Haynesworth, Dolphins OLB Joey Porter and Falcons DE John Abraham, the former Jet, are the leading candidates, but Jenkins has made a remarkable impact on the Jets. Consider these before-and-after numbers in regard ...
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