The Kris Jenkins saga continues.
Carolina Panthers three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle was a no-show at the team’s voluntary off-season workouts on Wednesday.
Panthers head coach John Fox said he had an inclination Jenkins might not show up. However, Fox also said that Jenkins' representatives have informed the team that he will attend training camp when the Panthers report to Wofford College in Spartanburg in late July.
“We’ve had great communication all the way through. It’s not a situation where there are any bad feelings. But he will be here for training camp," Fox said.
When asked to confirm that he was told Jenkins will be at training camp, Fox replied, “It’s words, but yes.”
However, the fact Jenkins isn't here is not good news and clearly there may be some lingering bad feelings. Last week, Drew Rosenhaus, the agent for backup defensive tackle Damione Lewis, said he believes the Panthers would still trade Jenkins for the right price. However, Panthers GM Marty Hurney said the team's status on the Jenkins situation hasn't changed and he still expects Jenkins will be with the team this year.
Jenkins was the only veteran player who did not show for practice.
“I don’t know what the deal is,” said guard Mike Wahle.
Although the practices are considered voluntary, they are in name only. Basically, everyone attends.