Michael Gerard Jenkins (born June 18, 1982 in Tampa, Florida) is an American football player for the Atlanta Falcons.

Michael Jenkins attended A.P. Leto Comprehensive High School in Tampa, FL.

Jenkins became a three-year starter for the Ohio State Buckeyes football team, starting 38 of his final 39 games, caught 165 passes for 2,898 yards with a 17.6 avg. and 16 touchdowns in his career. He finished career with at least one reception in 38 consecutive games and helped the Buckeyes the capture 2002 BCS National Championship at the 2003 Fiesta Bowl.