Career
He was drafted by the New York Giants in the third round of the 2011 NFL Draft. He played college football at Troy. Pre-draft
He was considered one of the best wide receiver prospects for the 2011 NFL Draft.
He was a starter all four years for the Trojans.
Jernigan"s body frame and playing style was compared to the likes of DeSean Jackson and Steve Smith. New York Giants
Jernigan was drafted by the New York Giants 83rd overall in the 2011 NFL Draft.