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Jets consider kicking options after Jason Sanders misses two kicks

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 12:47 PM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Jets consider kicking options after Jason Sanders misses two kicks
Summary

The Jets are reevaluating their kicker position after Jason Sanders missed an extra point and a field goal during Friday's game. Head coach Aaron Glenn acknowledged concerns about Sanders's performance and hinted at potential changes before facing the Titans in Week 1. Sanders, previously a seven-season kicker for the Dolphins, missed all of last year due to a hip injury. Glenn emphasized that the team is focused on making the right decision regarding their kicking needs.

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  • •Jason Sanders missed an extra point and a field goal in Friday's game.
  • •The Jets released Cade York earlier this week, indicating a shakeup in the kicking position.
  • •Head coach Aaron Glenn is considering options for improvement before the Titans game.
  • •Sanders previously missed all of last season due to a hip injury.
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  • 7:37 PMYahoo Sports — Jason Sanders was rough, who could the Jets sign?
  • 12:47 PMYahoo Sports — Jets will evaluate kicking options after Jason Sanders missed two kicks
What they're saying
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The Jets appeared to end their kicking competition this week when they released Cade York, but Jason Sanders's performance on Friday night may have opened things back up.

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The Jets settled their kicking competition this week, but Jason Sanders' performance against the Giants quickly reopened the discussion.

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