Former Green Bay Packers offensive lineman Elgton Jenkins wasted little time finding a new opportunity after his release from the team. The veteran blocker agreed to a new contract just one day after his departure from Green Bay, quickly securing the next chapter of his NFL career.
Jenkins reached a two-year agreement worth $24 million with the Cleveland Browns, providing the team with a proven presence along its offensive line. The deal gives Cleveland an experienced lineman capable of strengthening a unit that plays a central role in the team’s offensive identity.
Green Bay Packers, Elgton Jenkins
Jan 16, 2021; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Green Bay Packers guard Elgton Jenkins (74) against the Los Angeles Rams during the NFC Divisional Round at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
The Packers released Jenkins at the start of free agency as part of a broader effort to create salary cap flexibility. The move cleared significant financial space for Green Bay while also ending the tenure of one of the team’s most versatile offensive players.
Originally selected by the Packers in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft, Jenkins quickly developed into a reliable and adaptable lineman. His ability to line up at guard, tackle and center made him an invaluable piece of the offensive front during his years with the franchise.
Elgton Jenkins Signs With Cleveland Browns After Green Bay Packers Exit
Green Bay Packers, Elgton Jenkins
Jan 16, 2021; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Green Bay Packers guard Elgton Jenkins (74) against the Los Angeles Rams during the NFC Divisional Round at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Jenkins has signed a deal worth $24 million with the Browns after being released by Green Bay. This is detailed more in a report by Daniel Oyefusi for ESPN.
The Cleveland Browns have agreed to terms with former Green Bay Packers offensive lineman Elgton Jenkins on a two-year deal, a league source told ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
The contract is worth $24 million, NFL Network reported.
During his time in Green Bay he earned two Pro Bowl selections while helping anchor the offensive line in both the passing game and the rushing attack. His combination of strength, technique and positional flexibility made him one of the most respected linemen on the roster.
Now with Cleveland, Jenkins steps into a new environment where his experience could play a major role in stabilizing the Browns’ offensive line. His rapid move to a new team underscores the strong reputation he built in Green Bay and the value he continues to bring to the league.
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