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Jets' Kicker Carousel Takes a Surprise Turn as Aaron Glenn Tabs Jason Sanders for Week 1 vs. Titans
Jason Sanders will be elevated from the practice squad as the Jets seek stability at kicker after years of roster turnover.
- On Friday, the New York Jets named Jason Sanders their starting kicker for Sunday's season opener against the Tennessee Titans. Head coach Aaron Glenn announced the decision, ending a preseason competition.
- The 30-year-old Sanders joins the Jets seeking stability after spending seven seasons with the Miami Dolphins. He missed the 2025 season due to a hip injury, having previously maintained an 84.6% field goal success rate.
- During the preseason, Sanders competed against Blake Grupe, whom the Jets claimed off waivers from the Indianapolis Colts on August 31. Sanders will be elevated from the practice squad for Week 1.
- Coach Aaron Glenn confirmed the team will carry both kickers on the active roster. "I want to let this thing play out," Glenn said regarding Grupe's opportunity.
- Beyond the kicking competition, the Jets face health challenges as veteran Tim Patrick and edge rusher Joseph Ossai are ruled out against the Titans. Both players recover from preseason injuries.
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Dolphins' Ex-Kicker Will Start For Jets
The Miami Dolphins will see a very familiar face kicking elsewhere in the AFC East Division this season. On Friday, the Jets named Jason Sanders their starting kicker for the 2026 NFL season, at least for Week 1 when they take on the Titans. The Jets are keeping Blake Grupe, the former Saints kicker, around […]
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