SAM FICKEN NEWS

Let go by Jets Ficken was cut by the Jets on Friday.

Impact Fickens spent the last two seasons in New York. He suited up for nine games in 2020 and knocked in 13 of 15 field-goal attempts in the process. Ficken was 32-for-42 on field goals overall during his two years in the Big Apple. However, it looks like the team will look go in a new direction in 2021. Kicker Matt Ammendola was picked up by the team in a corresponding move and figures to compete with Chris Naggar for the job.

JULY 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Jets Sign K Matt Ammendola, Release K Sam Ficken Oklahoma State Product Made 76.9% of His Field Goal Attempts in College

JULY 31, 2021 • NEWYORKJETS.COM

Jets' Wilson rusty as expected in 1st training camp practice

Zach Wilson began his first training camp practice on a good note by heaving a pretty 40-yard pass to fellow rookie Elijah Moore for a big gain

JULY 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jets cut 6 including WR Doctson, sign 6 of 10 draft picks

The New York Jets cut six players including wide receiver Josh Doctson among a flurry of moves before the team’s first rookie minicamp practice under new coach Robert Saleh

MAY 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Returns to Jets on future contract The Jets signed Ficken to a reserve/future contract Monday.

Impact New York parted with the 28-year-old two days ago, but Ficken is now slated to return to the team in March after knocking down 13 of 15 field-goal tries and 12 of 15 point-after attempts during 2020. His second season was better than his first with Gang Green, as Ficken converted on just 19 of 27 field-goal attempts (70.4 percent) during 2019. Chase McLaughlin is the only kicker on the Jets' active roster currently, and his contract extends into 2021.

JANUARY 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Jets waive K Ficken, activate RG Van Roten from IR

The New York Jets waived kicker Sam Ficken and activated right guard Greg Van Roten from injured reserve in a series of roster moves ahead of the season finale at New England

JANUARY 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cut by Jets The Jets waived Ficken on Saturday.

Impact Ficken had two kicks blocked in last week's win over the Browns. The Jets have decided to move on, handing the starting job to Chase McLaughlin instead. Ficken completed 13 of 15 field-goal attempts and 12 of 15 extra-point tries during the 2020 season.

JANUARY 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Late-season surge has Jets sitting in No. 2 spot in draft

The New York Jets are No. 2 in the NFL draft in April after two consecutive late-season victories

DECEMBER 28, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Blocked twice in Week 16 win Ficken converted one of two field-goal attempts and two of three PAT tries in Sunday's 23-16 win over the Browns.

Impact Ficken had a PAT attempt blocked after New York's second touchdown and a 50-yard field-goal attempt suffered the same fate, but he nailed a 34-yard field goal to stretch New York's lead to seven points late in the fourth quarter. Despite this poor performance, Ficken should maintain kicking duties for the Jets against the Patriots in Week 17.

DECEMBER 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Jets suddenly on 2-game winning streak after 0-13 start

The once-struggling New York Jets are suddenly on a winning streak with a little razzle-dazzle and some big-time defensive stops

DECEMBER 27, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Browns' playoff chances take hit with 23-16 loss to Jets

Baker Mayfield coughed up the ball and the Cleveland Browns' chances to wrap up a playoff spot

DECEMBER 27, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rams squander division lead, playoff berth with loss to Jets

The Los Angeles Rams were poised to celebrate wrapping up a playoff spot with a win

DECEMBER 21, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Erase that 0!: Jets edge Rams 23-20, avoid winless season

The New York Jets avoided a winless season with a 23-20 victory over the Los Angeles Rams

DECEMBER 21, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jets activate K Sam Ficken from IR, promote 3 others FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — The New York Jets activated kicker Sam Ficken from injured reserve and he is expected to play Sunday at Los Angele...

DECEMBER 20, 2020 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM

Jets activate K Sam Ficken from IR, promote 3 others The New York Jets activated kicker Sam Ficken from injured reserve and he is expected to play Sunday at Los Angeles against the Rams.

DECEMBER 19, 2020 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM

Jets activate K Sam Ficken from IR, promote 3 others

The New York Jets activated kicker Sam Ficken from injured reserve and he is expected to play Sunday at Los Angeles against the Rams

DECEMBER 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Comes off IR The Jets activated Ficken (groin) from IR on Saturday.

Impact Ficken is set to kick against the Rams on Sunday after having missed three straight games due to his lingering groin injury. In seven appearances this year, Ficken has made 90 percent of his field-goal attempts (nine of 10). Of course, a matchup against the Rams may not provide him with many scoring opportunities.

DECEMBER 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Jets Activate K Sam Ficken from Injured Reserve Green & White Elevate LB Noah Dawkins, LB Sharif Finch and DL Tanzel Smart from Practice Squad

DECEMBER 19, 2020 • NEWYORKJETS.COM

Expected to kick Week 15 Coach Adam Gase said Friday that Ficken (groin) "looks like" he'll play Week 15 against the Rams, Connor Hughes of The Athletic reports.

Impact Ficken was designated for return to practice Wednesday, but the Jets haven't yet officially brought him back to the active roster. The team will have until Saturday at 4 p.m. to make the transaction, but barring a setback in Friday's practice, Ficken looks set to kick for the Jets for the first time since Week 11.

DECEMBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

NY Jets designate La’Mical Perine, Sam Ficken to return from IR The NY Jets have designated La'Mical Perine and Sam Ficken to return from IR. The NY Jets could be seeing the return of two injured players...

DECEMBER 16, 2020 • THEJETPRESS.COM

Gase feels as though he has let down Jets CEO Johnson

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DECEMBER 16, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Designated for return The Jets designated Ficken (groin) for return from IR on Wednesday, Ethan Greenberg of the team's official site reports.

Impact Ficken has only appeared in one game since Week 6, but the Jets could bring him back to the active roster as soon as Sunday's contest against the Rams. Replacement kicker Sergio Castillo missed three field-goal tries against the Seahawks last weekend, so the Jets could be particularly motivated to get Ficken back on the field.

DECEMBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Jets cut kicker Castillo after 3 missed FGs at Seattle

The New York Jets released kicker Sergio Castillo after he missed three of his four field-goal attempts at Seattle last Sunday

DECEMBER 15, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Despite speculation, Darnold believes future still with Jets

It’s beginning to feel a lot like a somber farewell tour for Sam Darnold

DECEMBER 14, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

May practice this week Coach Adam Gase said Monday that Ficken (groin) will "hopefully" practice this week, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The Jets are in dire need of Ficken, as his replacement, Sergio Castillo, missed three of four field-goal attempts in Sunday's 40-3 loss to the Seahawks. Ficken has been on IR for three weeks, and his next step is to get back onto the practice field. If is designated to return, there's a good chance he plays against the Rams on Sunday.

DECEMBER 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE