Jets Release Veteran Kicker Greg Zuerlein After Disappointing 2024 Season

The New York Jets have released veteran kicker Greg Zuerlein following a disappointing 2024 season marked by a 60% field goal conversion rate and several critical missed attempts, including potential game-winners against the Broncos and Bills. Zuerlein, who signed the largest kicker contract in Jets history two years ago, was limited to eight games last season due to a knee injury and spent time on injured reserve twice. His release, part of a broader youth movement under new coach Aaron Glenn, saves the Jets $2.42 million against the salary cap, though they will incur a $2.3 million dead cap hit. The Jets currently have Anders Carlson and rookie Caden Davis competing for kicking duties, with Carlson having made 8 of 10 field goals in five games last season. The team's recent moves also included releasing veteran punter Thomas Morstead and signing defensive end Michael Fletcher. These changes reflect the Jets' ongoing roster overhaul aimed at injecting youth and addressing special teams inconsistencies.