New York Jets claim kicker Blake Grupe off waivers from Indianapolis
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 10:23 PM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026
The New York Jets claimed kicker Blake Grupe off waivers on August 31, 2026, following his release by the Indianapolis Colts. The Colts moved on from Grupe after a preseason competition resulted in Spencer Shrader winning the starting position. Grupe, who spent time with both the New Orleans Saints and Indianapolis, converted 11 of 11 field goals during his stint with the Colts in 2025. His career accuracy stands at 81.9 percent, including 19 successful field goals from 50 yards or further. Alongside this roster change, the New Orleans Saints claimed defensive tackle Colby Wooden, who was also released by the Colts during the final round of roster cuts. Both players were signed as teams reshaped their squads ahead of the upcoming regular season.
- •The New York Jets claimed kicker Blake Grupe off waivers on August 31, 2026.
- •Spencer Shrader secured the starting kicker role for the Indianapolis Colts after an extensive preseason.
- •Blake Grupe maintains a career field-goal percentage of 81.9 percent.
- •The New Orleans Saints claimed defensive tackle Colby Wooden after his release from Indianapolis.
- •Colby Wooden previously played for the Green Bay Packers before a trade to the Colts in March.
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"The NFL’s waiver period is quickly reshaping rosters as teams continue to address positions before the regular season. Indianapolis made one of its key decisions at kicker after a close competition that lasted through training camp and the preseason.Blake Grupe entered that competition after joining the Colts late last season. The 27-year-old had an uneven […] The post Jets Land Former Colts Kicker Days Before Season Opener appeared first on HEAVY.
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