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Jets place kicker Greg Zuerlein on injured reserve, uncertain ahead of upcoming game
Jets place kicker Greg Zuerlein on injured reserve, uncertain ahead of upcoming game
Jets place kicker Greg Zuerlein on injured reserve, Riley Patterson or Spencer Shrader to step in.
Why it matters: Zuerlein's injury and inconsistent performance have prompted the Jets to make a change at the kicker position.
- Zuerlein has struggled this season, with a career-low 60% success rate on field goals.
- His missed kicks have cost the team crucial points in close games.
What's new: The Jets have placed Zuerlein on injured reserve due to an undisclosed injury, sidelining him for the upcoming game against the Texans.
Yes, but: The Jets have signed Riley Patterson and Spencer Shrader from the practice squad to serve as the team's kicker in Zuerlein's absence.
- Patterson has shown promise with an 88% success rate on field goals in his previous stints with other teams.
- Shrader has limited experience, having kicked in only one game this season.
What to watch: The performance of Patterson or Shrader will be closely monitored in their first game action for the Jets.
- Their ability to convert field goals and extra points will be vital in determining the outcome of the game.
- Their performance could also impact future decisions regarding the team's kicking situation.
What's next: The Jets will continue to evaluate Zuerlein's injury and assess the progress of Patterson and Shrader.
- Depending on the severity of Zuerlein's injury, he may remain on injured reserve for an extended period.
- The team will consider their options moving forward, including potential roster moves or sticking with the current kicking duo.
The bottom line: With Zuerlein sidelined, the Jets turn to Patterson and Shrader to fill the void at the kicker position.
- Their performances will play a significant role in determining the team's success in upcoming games.
- The Jets hope that this change brings more consistency and reliability to their kicking game.
Jets place kicker Greg Zuerlein on injured reserve, Riley Patterson or Spencer Shrader to step in.
Why it matters: Zuerlein's injury and inconsistent performance have prompted the Jets to make a change at the kicker position.
- Zuerlein has struggled this season, with a career-low 60% success rate on field goals.
- His missed kicks have cost the team crucial points in close games.
What's new: The Jets have placed Zuerlein on injured reserve due to an undisclosed injury, sidelining him for the upcoming game against the Texans.
Yes, but: The Jets have signed Riley Patterson and Spencer Shrader from the practice squad to serve as the team's kicker in Zuerlein's absence.
- Patterson has shown promise with an 88% success rate on field goals in his previous stints with other teams.
- Shrader has limited experience, having kicked in only one game this season.
What to watch: The performance of Patterson or Shrader will be closely monitored in their first game action for the Jets.
- Their ability to convert field goals and extra points will be vital in determining the outcome of the game.
- Their performance could also impact future decisions regarding the team's kicking situation.
What's next: The Jets will continue to evaluate Zuerlein's injury and assess the progress of Patterson and Shrader.
- Depending on the severity of Zuerlein's injury, he may remain on injured reserve for an extended period.
- The team will consider their options moving forward, including potential roster moves or sticking with the current kicking duo.
The bottom line: With Zuerlein sidelined, the Jets turn to Patterson and Shrader to fill the void at the kicker position.
- Their performances will play a significant role in determining the team's success in upcoming games.
- The Jets hope that this change brings more consistency and reliability to their kicking game.