Pundits expected veteran offensive lineman Elgton Jenkins to have a market in free agency. That was the expectation around the league despite the fact the Green Bay Packers released the interior lineman with an injury designation.
That proved to be the case, as Jenkins landed with a new team one day after his Packers release.
NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported the Cleveland Browns agreed to a 2-year, $24 million contract with Jenkins. The guard will receive $20 million guaranteed.
Jenkins will be part of the significant changes the Browns are making to their offensive line this offseason. Over the last week, Cleveland has added three new linemen.
After news of his signing in Cleveland, ESPN’s Rob Demovsky proposed the possibility of Jenkins moving back to guard next season.
“Did not take long for Jenkins to find a new team after the Packers moved on,” wrote Demovsky.
“Will be interesting to see whether the Browns move him back to guard, where he made his two Pro Bowls.”
Over seven seasons with the Packers, Jenkins made 94 starts. He made most of those starts at left guard.
In 2025, Jenkins played center, but his transition to the position didn’t go well, and he suffered a season-ending injury during Week 10.
During the 2020 and 2022 seasons, Jenkins made the Pro Bowl while playing guard for Green Bay.
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