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GREG ZUERLEIN
There are 5 first-time NFL head coaches this season and they each face distinct challenges
Aaron Glenn is stepping into his first head coaching role with the New York Jets after years of preparationJULY 24 • Associated Press
Cutting edge: Jets unveil a renovated locker room that includes 92 new lockers and a barbershop
The New York Jets have unveiled a fully renovated locker room, complete with high-tech upgradesJULY 22 • Associated Press
Jobless former Jets record-breaker may be forced into retirement Former New York Jets kicker Greg Zuerlein may be forced into retirement, as it seems unlikely that any NFL team will come calling at this st...
JULY 21 • THEJETPRESS.COM
Jets sign 'The Thiccer Kicker' Harrison Mevis and release veteran Anders Carlson
The New York Jets signed United Football League standout kicker Harrison Mevis and released veteran kicker Anders CarlsonJUNE 18 • Associated Press
Jets sign 'Thiccer Kicker' to try and replace Greg Zuerlein | Sporting News Big move for New York.
JUNE 17 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Kicker Daniel Carlson and punter AJ Cole put best feet forward for Raiders
Neither took the easy path to get hereJUNE 11 • Associated Press
Deadspin | Jets release K Greg Zuerlein after difficult 2024 season Deadspin | Jets release K Greg Zuerlein after difficult 2024 season
MAY 17 • DEADSPIN.COM
Cut following failed physical The Jets released Zuerlein (knee) with a failed physical designation Friday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Impact Zuerlein landed on injured reserve after Week 8 last season due to a left knee injury but was activated from the list prior to a Week 17 matchup with the Bills. He didn't attempt a kick in that game and then was placed on IR afterward, ending his campaign having made nine of 15 field-goal attempts and 13 of 14 point-after tries. The Jets announced the current move earlier Friday, but the reason for his release wasn't known until the NFL posted its transaction log for the day. New York will move forward with Anders Carlson and undrafted rookie Caden Davis this offseason, while the 37-year-old Zuerlein presumably will need to prove his health in order to earn another opportunity.
MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE
Jets release K Greg Zuerlein after difficult 2024 season The New York Jets released veteran kicker Greg Zuerlein and signed defensive end Michael Fletcher on Friday.Zuerlein, 37, struggled with inj...
MAY 16 • THESTATE.COM
New York Jets release kicker Greg Zuerlein as roster changes continue New York Jets release kicker Greg Zuerlein as roster changes continue
MAY 16 • USATODAY.COM
Jets release kicker Greg Zuerlein, the latest veteran to depart in the team's youth movement
The New York Jets have released kicker Greg Zuerlein in an expected move as the team continues to get youngerMAY 16 • Associated Press
Released by Gang Green The Jets released Zuerlein (knee) on Friday.
Impact Zuerlein had one year remaining on the two-year, $8.4 million extension he inked with New York last offseason, but the team now opts to release the 13-year veteran after injuries limited him to eight appearances in 2024. The 37-year-old converted just nine of 15 field-goal tries in that span (60 percent), but he was good on 13 of 14 PATs. Anders Carlson and Caden Davis remain in position to compete for the Jets' starting kicker spot during training camp. Zuerlein is presumably recovered from the knee issue that forced him to miss the final nine games of 2024, given that he was cleared to resume practicing late in the season.
MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE
Jets Sign DE Michael Fletcher Green & White Release K Greg Zuerlein
MAY 16 • NEWYORKJETS.COM
Rodgers and Jets are in the spoiler role as Dolphins need a win to keep their playoff hopes alive
The Miami Dolphins need to win Sunday and have Denver lose to Kansas City to earn the last AFC wild-card spotJANUARY 2 • Associated Press
Shut down for season finale The Jets placed Zuerlein on injured reserve Tuesday, Ethan Greenberg and John Pullano of the team's official site reports.
Impact The team didn't provide word on Zuerlein's injury, but the veteran kicker presumably experienced a setback with the left knee issue that prompted his move to IR back in late October. After a seven-game absence, Zuerlein was cleared to return to practice last week and was activated from IR prior to Sunday's game against the Bills, but he didn't receive any kicking chances in the Jets' 40-14 loss. New York signed Greg Joseph off its practice squad to handle kicking duties in this Sunday's season finale versus the Dolphins. The 37-year-old Zuerlein is wrapping up the first season of a two-year, $8.4 million deal, but with no guaranteed money left on his contract heading into 2025, he'll likely be a cap casualty this offseason after connecting on just nine of 15 field-goal tries and 13 of 14 point-after attempts in 2024.
DECEMBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
No attempts in return from IR Zuerlein didn't attempt a kick in Sunday's 40-14 loss to the Bills.
Impact Zuerlein was active for the first time since Week 8 but wasn't called into action. The Jets didn't score until after they fell behind 40-0, so they opted to go for two after both of their late touchdowns.
DECEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Will play against Buffalo Zuerlein (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Bills.
Impact Zuerlein was activated off IR on Saturday, and he will return from a seven-game absence due to a left knee injury. The veteran kicker will supplant Anders Carlson (coach's decision) as the Jets' kicker for Sunday's AFC East clash.
DECEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Activated off IR The Jets activated Zuerlein (knee) off injured reserve Saturday.
Impact Zuerlein has been on injured reserve during the Jets' last seven games due to a left knee injury that he suffered in late October. Zuerlein was a full practice participant Thursday and Friday, and he has progressed enough in his recovery to return to placekicking duties Sunday against the Bills, per Eric Allen of the Jets' official site. Prior to going on IR, Zuerlein went 9-for-15 on field-goal attempts and 13-for-14 on extra-point tries across eight regular-season games.
DECEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Jets Activate K Greg Zuerlein Green & White Elevate DL Bruce Hector to Roster
DECEMBER 28, 2024 • NEWYORKJETS.COM
Kicker Greg Zuerlein set to return for Jets, wide receiver Davante Adams optimistic about playing
New York Jets kicker Greg Zuerlein will be activated from injured reserve and will play against the Buffalo Bills on SundayDECEMBER 27, 2024 • Associated Press
Set to kick Week 17 Interim coach Jeff Ulbrich said Friday that Zuerlein (knee) will kick in Sunday's game against the Bills, Eric Allen of the Jets' official site reports.
Impact Zuerlein's return still needs to be made official with an activation from injured reserve prior to Sunday's game. The veteran kicker has been on IR since Week 8. He tried to play through a knee injury prior to that point, but it had a significant effect on his performance, as Zuerlein has missed six of 15 field-goal attempts in 2024 after missing only three times on 38 attempts in 2023.
DECEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Designated to return from IR The Jets opened Zuerlein's (knee) 21-day practice window Thursday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Impact Zuerlein landed on IR in late October due to a left knee injury. Since then, New York has deployed a merry-go-round of kickers, including Riley Patterson, Spencer Shrader (hamstring) and Anders Carlson. The Jets also signed veteran Greg Joseph to their practice squad Tuesday, and for the moment it's unclear which of Carlson, Zuerlein or Joseph will be the team's kicker Sunday in Buffalo.
DECEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Jets' Rodgers insists he'll play despite knee issue, rookie Fashanu placed on IR with foot injury
Aaron Rodgers is dealing with an injured knee that has the New York Jets quarterback’s status uncertain for their game Sunday at Buffalo, but interim coach Jeff Ulbrich expects he’...DECEMBER 24, 2024 • Associated Press
Jets could have their 4th kicker in 4 games after losing Shrader to the Chiefs
The New York Jets’ kicking carousel is spinning againNOVEMBER 14, 2024 • Associated Press
