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Jets Opt for Veteran Kicker Over Former Saint
1 Oct
Summary
- Jets chose veteran Jason Sanders over former Saints kicker Blake Grupe.
- Grupe previously started for three years with the New Orleans Saints.
- Grupe will join the Jets' practice squad after a strong preseason.
The New York Jets have made their decision at kicker, opting to retain veteran Jason Sanders over Blake Grupe, who previously served as a three-year starter for the New Orleans Saints. This move means Grupe will not be the starting kicker for the AFC team as he had hoped.
Grupe had been competing for the role, with Sanders taking the primary kicking duties during recent weeks. Sanders has successfully made five of his six field goal attempts, with his sole miss being from 54 yards in Week 1. Grupe did not get a chance to kick in a regular-season game for the Jets.
After being claimed off waivers following preseason action where both Sanders and Cade York showed inconsistency, Grupe was brought in. He had a perfect record with the Indianapolis Colts, making all 11 of his field goals and all 10 of his extra points. He will now join the Jets' practice squad, though he might seek a better opportunity elsewhere if another team needs a kicker.
