Electric return man with burst, balance, and upside in Texas State’s backfield
Jaylen Jenkins is the kind of compact, explosive back who can flip field position in a hurry: in the 2025 season, he totaled 170 rushing yards and 2 rushing touchdowns on 31 carries, and he also was Texas State’s primary kick returner with 622 return yards, which ranked among the best in the nation. That special-teams juice is the big differentiator, and it hints at real home-run ability even if his offensive workload has been more limited. If a team wants a versatile, high-effort playmaker who can stress coverage units and provide depth at RB, Jenkins is a sneaky-fit addition.
