Kris Jenkins Jr.'s contract explained
Kris Jenkins Jr. is an interior defensive lineman for the Cincinnati Bengals, with a $6.9M contract that runs through 2027, averaging $1.7M a year. $2.6M of it is guaranteed. His 2026 cap hit is $1.8M. PlainStats calculated these figures from the draft slot and the CBA rookie scale.
- Position
- Interior defensive lineman
- Age
- 24
- Total value
- $6.9M
- Average per year
- $1.7M
- Guaranteed
- $2.6M
- Fully guaranteed at signing
- $2.6M
- Runs through
- 2027
- 2026 cap hit
- $1.8M
Calculated by PlainStats from the draft slot and the CBA rookie scale (not a reported figure).
2026 stats
- Games
- 6
- Defense
- 8 tackles, 2 tackles for loss, 2 sacks, 2 QB hits
Regular season through week 8. Source: nflverse.
Quick answers
How much does Kris Jenkins Jr. make?
Kris Jenkins Jr. has a $6.9M contract, which averages $1.7M a year. PlainStats calculated this from the CBA rookie scale.
How long is Kris Jenkins Jr.'s contract?
Kris Jenkins Jr.'s contract runs through the 2027 season.
How much of Kris Jenkins Jr.'s contract is guaranteed?
$2.6M of the $6.9M is guaranteed. $2.6M was fully guaranteed at signing. These are PlainStats calculations.
What is Kris Jenkins Jr.'s 2026 cap hit?
Kris Jenkins Jr. counts $1.8M against the Bengals' 2026 cap.
What team does Kris Jenkins Jr. play for?
Kris Jenkins Jr. plays interior defensive lineman for the Cincinnati Bengals.
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