Janoris Jenkins came to Florida with a reputation as a physical cornerback with outstanding technique. The first day of practice didn’t allow him to show his talents off because a thick playbook, but once he gets it under his belt, he plans to shoot up the depth chart.
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Q: “What was the first day like for you?”
A: “Frustrating. I really didn’t know the plays. No one ever went over the plays with me, so I feel like I’ve got to take matters into my own hands and go into the film room to study. But when I get my plays down to where I just know them, I’ll be better.”
Q: “What has this offseason been like for you?”
A: “It was real good. I’ve been working hard, training hard and putting in good work ethic in the weight room. I’m listening to coaches and going to class, but now I have to prove it on the field.”
Q: “Is it more fun for you to be in Gainesville compared to back in high school?”
A: “I’m having a lot of fun here. You get to experience more things here as opposed to the little town I’ve come from. There are better opportunities and facilities here, and I’ve met a bunch of new people. I couldn’t ask for anything better.”
Q: “Is it exciting to know you could be battling for a starting cornerback spot?”
A: “It is exciting for me. When I looked at last year’s team on TV and how they covered, I thought maybe I could go in and compete with everyone. Now I’m doing just that.”
Q: “What are your thoughts on Coach Bedford after one practice?”
A: “He’s a great coach. He likes to get physical, and that’s what I like. He doesn’t like all that open up and running, he likes you to get up and hit somebody.”
Q: “How do you compare a high school practice to this one?”
A: “It isn’t close. High school is slower. In college you run everywhere. If you blink an eye now, you miss something.”