Jets Sign Kickers Patterson and Shrader

The New York Jets have placed struggling kicker Greg Zuerlein on injured reserve due to a knee issue and signed Riley Patterson and Spencer Shrader to their practice squad as potential replacements. Zuerlein has had a disappointing season, making only 9 of his 15 field-goal attempts, including a critical miss in a recent loss to the Patriots. Patterson, who has a successful track record, made 15 of 17 field goals last season, while rookie Shrader has only one NFL game experience. The Jets held a competition with several other kickers before making their decision. One of the new kickers is expected to play in the upcoming must-win game against the Texans. This roster change reflects the team's desperate effort to improve their performance as they sit at 2-6 for the season.