Jets sign kicker Jason Sanders to practice squad after roster move

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Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Jets sign kicker Jason Sanders to practice squad after roster move
Summary

The New York Jets signed kicker Jason Sanders to their practice squad on Sunday. This move occurred shortly after the team released Sanders following the waiver claim of Blake Grupe on Monday. Sanders struggled during the final preseason game, missing two kicks. Head coach Aaron Glenn confirmed that the organization is currently evaluating its kicking options ahead of the upcoming Week 1 game. In addition to the kicker, the Jets signed 15 other players to the practice squad, including linebacker Troy Reeder and a group of wide receivers, cornerbacks, and offensive linemen. Most of the players added to the squad spent the offseason with the team, with the exception of Reeder, who was with the Detroit Lions this summer.

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  • Jason Sanders re-signed with the practice squad after being released Monday.
  • The Jets claimed Blake Grupe off waivers to compete for the kicking job.
  • Head coach Aaron Glenn is currently evaluating who will handle kicking duties for Week 1.
  • Fifteen other players were added to the practice squad on Sunday.
  • Troy Reeder joins the practice squad after spending the summer with the Lions.
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  • 10:18 PMYahoo SportsJets sign K Jason Sanders to their practice squad
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The Jets released Jason Sanders when they claimed Blake Grupe off of waivers on Monday, but the kicker was back in the organization a short time later.

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