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The Cincinnati Bengals double-dipped at defensive tackle in 2024 with the selection of Kris Jenkins Jr. and McKinnley Jackson in rounds two and three respectively.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / February 14

List of 2025 NFL Scouting Combine invites implores Bengals to attack their biggest need like they did last year

Two of the Cincinnati Bengals' first four picks in last year's NFL Draft were spent on defensive tackles. Kris Jenkins Jr. and McKinnley Jackson aren't

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / January 23

Film Breakdown: An In-Depth Look at McKinnley Jackson's Rookie Season With Bengals

The Cincinnati Bengals selected McKinnley Jackson from Texas A&M University in the third round (97th overall) of the 2024 NFL Draft. Jackson is a 6’1” 326 pound defensive tackle who played in 13 games this season.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / December 20

'Savage mode, Savage Mindset' - Bengals Rookie McKinnley Jackson Embracing New Role

The Bengals find themselves in an interesting position with the Denver Broncos falling to the Chargers on Thursday night 34-27. There’s a slim chance that Cincinnati could sneak into the playoffs, but that's dependent on the Bengals winning their final three games, starting with Sunday's matchup vs the Browns.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincy Jungle / October 17

Rookie Report: Defensive tackles impress in New York

Jenkins and Jackson were worth the wait. The Cincinnati Bengals’ NFL Draft class of 2024 continues to show promise. Rookie Kris Jenkins saw some serious action as the primary substitute on the defensive interiors.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Gridiron Heroics / October 15

Cincinnati Bengals Rookie Defender Impresses in 2nd Game After Injured Reserve

Throughout the beginning of the 2024 NFL season, the Cincinnati Bengals have had a fairly obvious flaw. In the first five games of the season, the defensive

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincy Jungle / October 5

Bengals fans sound off on who wins the AFC North

Confidence is low ahead of a massive AFC North matchup. The Cincinnati Bengals’ season is hanging by a thread, and unless the defense gets a major boost from the return of Myles Murphy and McKinnley Jackson this week, they could fall out of contention in the AFC North.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Pro Football Rumors / October 4

Bengals activate DL reinforcements ahead of AFC North clash

Bengals activate defensive line reinforcements ahead of big AFC North clash

The return of two players injured during the preseason could not come at a better time for the Bengals, who have allowed 145.5 rushing yards per game and 0.08 EPA/rush, per NextGen Stats, both bottom-10 marks in the NFL.

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / October 4

Cincinnati Bengals Will Have 4 of Their 5 Injured Defensive Linemen Available Against the Baltimore Ravens

CINCINNATI – Another week, another NFL debut for the Cincinnati Bengals. Head coach Zac Taylor said rookie third-round pick McKinnley Jackson will come off Injured Reserve and play Sunday against the Baltimore Ravens.

NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / October 4

Cincinnati Bengals Rookie Set to Make Debut Against Baltimore Ravens

McKinnley Jackson is set to make his NFL debut. The rookie defensive tackle spent the first four weeks of the season on injured reserve, but will be activated ahead of Sunday's game against the Ravens according to head coach Zac Taylor.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / October 3

Cincinnati Bengals Getting Healthier in Trenches Ahead of AFC North Showdown With Baltimore Ravens

The Bengals defensive line is getting healthy at the right time. Trey Hendrickson, BJ Hill, McKinnley Jackson and Myles Murphy practiced on Thursday for a second-straight session.

NFL News / Stripe Hype / October 2

Bengals get great news regarding defensive line depth ahead of showdown with Ravens

The Cincinnati Bengals got some great news regarding their defensive line depth ahead of their Week 5 matchup with the rival Baltimore Ravens, as the team cleared both defensive end Myles Murphy (knee) and defensive tackle McKinnley Jackson (knee) to return to practice.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / October 2

Key Pieces of Cincinnati Bengals' Defensive Line Returning to Practice on Wednesday

Myles Murphy and McKinnley Jackson have passed their physicals and are expected to practice on Wednesday. Jackson hasn't practiced since suffering a knee injury in practice on Aug.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / September 3

Cincinnati Bengals Defensive Tackle McKinnley Jackson Changes Jersey Number Ahead of Regular Season Opener

Bengals rookie defensive tackle McKinnley Jackson officially changed his number before the start of the regular season. After wearing No. 68 during training camp, the rookie will wear No.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Pro Football Talk / August 29

Bengals re-sign RB Trayveon Williams, place McKinnley Jackson on IR

The Bengals announced a couple of roster moves on Thursday morning. Cincinnati has re-signed running back Trayveon Williams and placed defensive lineman McKinnley Jackson on injured reserve.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / August 28

McKinnley Jackson's recovery, Tanner McLachlan's upside among takeaways from Bengals' initial 53-man roster

There weren't going to be any double-takes once the Cincinnati Bengals trimmed the roster down to 53. This is a well-built team that made it out of training

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / August 5

Cincinnati Bengals Rookie McKinnley Jackson Carted Off Field After Suffering Injury

Bengals rookie McKinnley Jackson suffered a leg/ankle injury during Monday's practice. He limped to the sideline and was being looked at by head trainer Matt Summers.

Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / July 23

Bengals Roster Breakdown: McKinnley Jackson has enormous shoes to fill at defensive tackle

Throughout the summer leading up to the regular season, we will go through the entire 2024 Cincinnati Bengals roster. Every single day until the season opener against the New England Patriots, we will break down a player on the roster including his background, contract status, and path towards making the team.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincy Jungle / June 5

Assessing the value Cincinnati got in McKinnley Jackson

Jackson will be competing for playing time at a suddenly crowded position. Defensive tackle was easily the Cincinnati Bengals’ most immediate need entering this year’s NFL Draft, so it wasn’t a surprise to see them double up on the position.

Cincinnati Bengals News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 10

Bengals Sign Five Draft Picks

The Cincinnati Bengals announced they officially signed five picks from the 2024 NFL Draft, including third-round DT McKinnley Jackson, fifth-round CB Josh Newton, sixth-round TE Tanner McLachlan, seventh-round S Daijahn Anthony, and seventh-round C Matt Lee.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincy Jungle / May 7

Film Room: Get Excited about McKinnley Jackson

The Bengals needed a tackle, and this pick was on the nose. DJ Reader is irreplaceable. Still, the Cincinnati Bengals need someone who can fill his cleats.

McKinnley Jackson rookie contract figures with Cincinnati Bengals revealed after NFL Draft

Selected at the end of the third round of the 2024 NFL Draft by the Cincinnati Bengals, former Texas A&M defensive lineman McKinnley Jackson is embarking on his NFL career.

College Football News / The 33rd Team / April 22

McKinnley Jackson 2024 NFL Draft: Combine Results, Scouting Report For Texas A&M DT

The 2024 NFL Draft is getting close, making it an excellent time to highlight some of the class' best players with scouting reports. Each report will include strengths, weaknesses and background information. Here's our report on McKinnley Jackson.

College Football News / Bleacher Report / January 17, 2024

McKinnley Jackson NFL Draft 2024: Scouting Report for Texas A&M DL

HEIGHT: 6'2" WEIGHT: 325 HAND: ARM: WINGSPAN: 40-YARD DASH: 3-CONE: SHUTTLE: VERTICAL: BROAD: POSITIVES — Impressive get-off for an interior defender. Reacts…

Texas A&M Aggies News / Texas A&M Aggies on SI / December 8, 2023

Aggies DL McKinnley Jackson Declares For NFL Draft

Ainias Smith won't be on the field as a player for Texas A&M in the TaxAct Texas Bowl against No. 20 Oklahoma State. Still, he'll give his opinion on the sidelines to Elijah Robinson and the current staff. Will McKinnley Jackson do the same for the defensive line room?