Jenkins told Ryan Clark of "The Pivot Podcast" during his appearance on Wednesday's episode that he has retired from professional football.

EDGE Analysis

Jenkins walks away from a productive 13-year career in which he established himself as a franchise cornerstone for both New Orleans and Philadelphia. In addition to helping the Saints and Eagles both secure their only respective Super Bowl wins, Jenkins was a three-time Pro Bowler and a three-time NFL Walter Payton Man of the Year finalist. Jenkins' retirement leaves a notable void at strong safety for the Saints heading into the 2022 season.

Jenkins recorded 79 tackles, one sack, five pass breakups, one interception, one touchdown and one forced fumble over 16 games in 2021.

EDGE Analysis

Jenkins fell a few snaps short of reaching 1,000 for the fourth straight season, but he nonetheless handled a large a role for a strong Saints defense yet again. However, a five-year low in the tackle category combined with a 12-year low in PBUs helped him fall outside the top 40 of safeties in terms of fantasy points. Now set to embark on his age-34 season, it's fair to wonder what New Orleans will do with his contract this offseason, as the team is already projected to be $66 million over the 2022 cap limit and Jenkins' release could clear nearly $8 million.

Jenkins was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.

EDGE Analysis

Jenkins tested positive for virus last Wednesday, ultimately missing Monday's loss to the Dolphins. The safety will return to his starting spot in the Saints' secondary as the gear up for a Week 17 contest versus the Panthers.

Jenkins (illness) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Jenkins' placement in COVID-19 protocols was due to him testing positive for the virus, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports. The starting safety will benefit from an extra day as he tries to gain clearance to play, as the Saints face the Dolphins on Monday this week. If Jenkins isn't back by then, C.J. Gardner-Johnson will likely take on a starting role in his place.

Jenkins (knee) is active Sunday against the Falcons, John Hendrix of SI.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Jenkins was considered questionable after logging limited practices Thursday and Friday. The 33-year-old veteran hasn't missed a snap since Week 2 and will try to keep that streak going Sunday.

Jenkins (knee) is questionable for Sunday against the Falcons.

EDGE Analysis

Jenkins logged limited practices Thursday and Friday after not practicing at all Wednesday. The 33-year-old veteran hasn't missed a snap since Week 2, but if he can't play Sunday C.J. Gardner-Johnson will likely get the start.

Jenkins (knee) was limited in practice Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Jenkins did not participate in practice Wednesday, so this is a step in the right direction for the veteran. Jenkins hasn't missed a snap since Week 2 and it's unknown when he may have picked up the injury. He'll try to suit up Sunday against the Falcons, but if he can't go, C.J. Gardner-Johnson will likely be the next man up.

Jenkins didn't participate at Wednesday's practice due to a knee injury.

EDGE Analysis

Jenkins apparently picked up the injury during Sunday's win over the Buccaneers, though he played every defensive snaps and totaled four tackles and two passes defensed. The 33-year-old should have a chance to play this weekend versus Atlanta if he's able to practice in some capacity the next couple days.

Jenkins had six tackles (three solo) and one sack during Monday's 13-10 win over the Seahawks.

EDGE Analysis

Jenkins isn't commonly involved as a pass rusher, but he did manage to bring down Geno Smith during Monday's narrow primetime victory. The veteran safety has logged five straight games with at least six tackles.

Jenkins racked up 12 tackles (eight solo) during the Saints' loss to the Giants in Week 4.

EDGE Analysis

Jenkins had season-high tackle totals during New Orleans' disappointing Week 4 loss, bringing him to 28 stops on the season. The veteran safety is a solid IDP option who combines a fair tackle floor with big-play upside, and he had a pick-six as recently as Week 3 versus New England.