Teven Jenkins

Running back David Montgomery and offensive linemen Teven Jenkins and Braxton Jones address the media during open locker room on Monday at Halas Hall.

Bears offensive lineman Teven Jenkins speaks with the media Wednesday at Halas Hall.

Offensive lineman Teven Jenkins addresses the media on Tuesday after practice at Halas Hall.

Offensive lineman Teven Jenkins addresses the media on Thursday at Halas Hall.

Offensive line Teven Jenkins addresses the media on Tuesday at Halas Hall.

Offensive lineman Teven Jenkins sits down with Jeff Joniak and talks about his recovery from back surgery and making his stepping into the Sunday Night Football spotlight.

Offensive lineman Teven Jenkins meets with the media after Friday's practice at Halas Hall.

Offensive lineman Teven Jenkins speaks with the media Wednesday at Halas Hall.

Learn more about Bears rookie offensive lineman Teven Jenkins, who has a reputation for being nasty. The six-foot-six, 320-pound offensive tackle from Oklahoma State describes his ability to "flip the switch" from his self-proclaimed goofy off-field persona to his tone-setting "controlled aggression" on the field and reveals how his late mother motivates him today.

The Chicago Bears will launch their three-part documentary series "Meet the Rookies" brought to you by Dr Pepper Zero Sugar on Tuesday, featuring behind-the-scenes footage with offensive lineman Teven Jenkins, running back Khalil Herbert and quarterback Justin Fields. The series tells the story of each player's journey to the National Football League in their own words. This marks the seventh year of the Bears "Meet the Rookies" series. From Tuesday through Thursday, one episode will be released per day at 8 a.m.

Offensive lineman Teven Jenkins meets with the media following Thursday's veteran minicamp practice at Halas Hall.

Chicago Bears area scout Breck Ackley and Jeff Joniak discuss what fans can expect from 2nd round pick Teven Jenkins.

NFL Network analytics expert Cynthia Frelund breaks down why the Bears got the most bang for their buck of any team in the draft with the selection of OL Teven Jenkins at No. 39 overall.

Go inside the draft room and watch as head coach Matt Nagy calls Teven Jenkins and lets him know he's going to be a Chicago Bear.

Check out highlights from the Bears' 2nd round draft choice, offensive lineman Teven Jenkins from Oklahoma State.

Bears general manager Ryan Pace meets with the media following Day 2 of the 2021 NFL Draft.

Lauren Screeden has your latest NFL Draft news after the Bears took offensive lineman Teven Jenkins out of Oklahoma State on Friday night.

NFL Network's Bucky Brooks and Lance Zierlein break down the Bears' selection of Teven Jenkins at No. 39 overall and explain how the Oklahoma State offensive lineman plays like the football version of a nightclub bouncer.

Jeff Joniak and Tom Thayer break down Oklahoma State offensive lineman Teven Jenkins after being drafted in the second round by the Chicago Bears.

Watch a breakdown of Bears second-round pick Teven Jenkins' college highlights and find out what made him "one of the most versatile tackle prospects entering the draft."

Watch former Bears WR/DB Rashied Davis announce the club's selection of Oklahoma State OL Teven Jenkins as the No. 39 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft.

Offensive lineman Teven Jenkins meets with the media after being selected by the Bears in the 2nd round of the 2021 NFL Draft.

The foundation that Bears general manager Ryan Poles and coach Matt Eberflus built in their first season together is fueled by 20 promising players who are all 25 or younger.

The Bears on Wednesday placed RG Teven Jenkins, RT Michael Schofield III and CB Josh Blackwell on injured reserve, and signed LBs DeMarquis Gates and Terrell Lewis and DE Jayln Holmes.

After missing last Saturday's game against the Bills, Bears guards Cody Whitehair and Teven Jenkins were full participants in practice Friday and were not given designations on the injury report.

Just 10 days after suffering a scary neck injury against the Eagles at Soldier Field, right guard Teven Jenkins was back at practice with no limitations.

It appears that the Bears will be shorthanded both on their offensive line and at the receiver position Saturday when they host the Bills at Soldier Field.

It certainly looked bad when Bears guard Teven Jenkins was immobilized and taken off the field on a stretcher Sunday, but it appears that he avoided a serious injury.

A Bears roster that's already been depleted this season sustained several more injuries in Sunday's 25-20 loss to Philadelphia at Soldier Field.

After experiencing what he described as "a rollercoaster and a mix of emotions for me" the last few weeks, Bears second-year offensive lineman Teven Jenkins has a legitimate chance to win the starting right guard job.

Bears coach Matt Eberflus was pleased with Teven Jenkins' play during Thursday's preseason game in Seattle. The second-year pro started at right guard and played 23 snaps after having just a few days of practicing at the position.

Senior writer Larry Mayer identifies five Bears players to watch in Thursday night's preseason game against the Seahawks, including top draft pick Kyler Gordon, a Seattle-area native who returns home to the Pacific Northwest.

Bears second-year tackle Teven Jenkins was back at practice on a limited basis Saturday, participating solely in individual drills after sitting out the previous seven workouts with an undisclosed injury.

The most intriguing battles for starting jobs in training camp are expected to be waged at both offensive tackle positions, with three young players among those vying for two spots.

Fully recovered from a back injury that forced him to miss the first 11 games of his rookie year, a slimmed-down Teven Jenkins is determined to show a new Bears regime that he can thrive in the NFL.

Speaking to the media, Bears offensive position coaches discussed running back David Montgomery's determination to improve, receiver Darnell Mooney's hunger and more.

All seven of the players the Bears selected in the 2021 draft contributed as rookies. With their first NFL seasons in the books, here's a report card on the 2021 draft class, with insight from their position coaches.

The two snaps that Bears rookie Teven Jenkins played on the field goal team last Sunday against the Cardinals were his first in a football game in more than a year—since Nov. 21, 2020 when he played for Oklahoma State.

The Bears on Saturday activated rookie tackle Teven Jenkins from injured reserve and flexed linebacker Bruce Irvin and receiver Rodney Adams from the practice squad to the active roster.

Senior writer Larry Mayer discusses when rookie tackle Teven Jenkins might be ready for game action, the Bears' MVP over the first half of the season and if the Bears contacted the NFL about the controversial calls in their loss to the Steelers.

Bears rookie tackle Teven Jenkins returned to practice Monday for the first time since offseason workouts. The second-round pick from Oklahoma State had been sidelined with a back injury that required surgery Aug. 18.

Speaking to the media Wednesday at Halas Hall, general manager Ryan Pace shared his thoughts on a variety of different topics as the Bears prepare for the start of the 2021 regular season.

One day after reaching the NFL's mandatory 53-man limit, the Bears on Wednesday made several moves that involved their active roster, including re-signing defensive backs Artie Burns and Marqui Christian.

The assimilation process for new Bears left tackle Jason Peters ramped up Thursday, with the 17-year NFL veteran practicing for the first time. Peters is expected to play sparingly Saturday against the Bills.

Bears rookie tackle Teven Jenkins will undergo back surgery Wednesday, coach Matt Nagy disclosed during his daily press conference at Halas Hall. Nagy added that "the goal is to get him back this season."

Rookie receiver Dazz Newsome was removed from the physically unable to perform (PUP) list Monday and practiced on a limited basis for the first time since the start of training camp.

After back-to-back 8-8 seasons, Bears coach Matt Nagy vowed Wednesday that a heightened sense of urgency will be palpable throughout training camp.