# New York Jets kicker competition and roster updates > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/new-york-jets-roster-and-kicker-evaluations > Updated: 2026-09-09T17:28:03.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 3. The New York Jets have been engaged in ongoing roster adjustments and a competition to determine their primary kicker. In early August, the team released defensive tackle Patrick Jenkins to claim Junior Tafu and began evaluating a kicker battle between veteran Jason Sanders and rookie Cade York. By early September, the team expanded its search by hosting workouts for several kickers, including Michael Badgley, Joshua Karty, and former All-Pro Justin Tucker. Tucker, who has not played since the 2024 season following a suspension related to allegations of sexually inappropriate behavior, remains a candidate as the team evaluates its options. Currently, the Jets are working with Blake Grupe, who was claimed off waivers, while re-signing Jason Sanders to the practice squad. As the Week 1 opener against the Tennessee Titans approaches, the search for a reliable kicker continues. The instability at the position follows the departure of Nick Folk in free agency and the recent move of Jason Sanders to the practice squad after he missed kicks in the preseason finale against the Giants. Special teams coordinator Chris Banjo stated the organization is looking for ‘confidence and consistency’ as the competition between players like Grupe and Sanders persists. The final decision regarding the starting kicker is expected to be determined through practice squad elevations. ## Claims - The New York Jets hosted workouts for kickers Justin Tucker, Michael Badgley, and Joshua Karty on Wednesday. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Justin Tucker served a 10-game NFL suspension for violating the league’s personal conduct policy. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The Baltimore Ravens released Justin Tucker in May 2025 following accusations of inappropriate behavior. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The Jets re-signed veteran kicker Jason Sanders to the practice squad. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Blake Grupe is expected to be the Jets' primary kicking option for the season opener. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Justin Tucker has denied allegations of sexually inappropriate behavior, calling them ‘unequivocally false.’ (corroborated by 2 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-09: New York Jets hold workouts for kickers including Justin Tucker The New York Jets are evaluating multiple kickers, including Justin Tucker and Blake Grupe, to find a consistent starter before their Week 1 game against the Titans. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-york-jets-hold-workouts-for-kickers-including-justin-tucker ### 2026-09-02: New York Jets host workouts for kickers including Justin Tucker The New York Jets hosted workouts for kickers Justin Tucker, Michael Badgley, and Joshua Karty as they evaluate depth at the position following recent roster changes. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-york-jets-host-workouts-for-kickers-including-justin-tucker ### 2026-08-05: New York Jets waive rookie defensive tackle and evaluate kicker battle The New York Jets cut newly signed defensive tackle Patrick Jenkins within a day and are weighing kicker Jason Sanders against rookie Cade York after a shaky practice performance. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-york-jets-waive-rookie-defensive-tackle-and-evaluate-kicker-battle --- Cite as: New York Jets kicker competition and roster updates. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/new-york-jets-roster-and-kicker-evaluations