New York Jets keep kicker position open ahead of Week 1 game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026

The New York Jets are continuing to evaluate their kicking position ahead of the season opener against the Tennessee Titans. After claiming Blake Grupe off waivers from the Indianapolis Colts, head coach Aaron Glenn has not yet named him the starter. Jason Sanders, who was recently cut by the team, remains with the organization on the practice squad. Glenn stated that he intends to let the competition between the kickers play out before making a final decision for the active roster. The team has cycled through numerous kickers throughout the offseason, including Lenny Krieg, Nick Folk, Cade York, Will Ferrin, and Younghoe Koo. The ongoing search for consistency at the position remains a focal point as the team prepares for the upcoming game at MetLife Stadium.
- •Aaron Glenn has not confirmed a starting kicker for the Tennessee Titans game.
- •Blake Grupe is currently competing with practice squad member Jason Sanders.
- •The New York Jets have utilized multiple kickers on the roster since January.
- •The team remains undecided on the kicking role as the regular season begins.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — New York Jets News: Blake Grupe Musical Chairs at Kicker
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