Jason Sanders
Jason Sanders is a kicker on the New York Jets practice squad whom the club has elevated to the active roster on a game-by-game basis in 2026. He was elevated for both Week 1 and Week 2. See the full Jets roster hub.
Background and Path to the Jets
The Jets signed Sanders on June 3, 2026, waiving kickers Younghoe Koo and wide receiver Da’Quan Felton in the same move.
On August 31, 2026 the club released him after being awarded kicker Blake Grupe off waivers, then signed him to the practice squad the same day as one of 16 players added.
The Jets elevated him to the active roster on September 12, 2026 ahead of the Week 1 game at Tennessee, and elevated him again on September 19, 2026 for the Week 2 home opener against Green Bay.
Career Snapshot
| Period | Team | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 3, 2026 | New York Jets | Signed; Jets waive K Younghoe Koo |
| Aug 31, 2026 | New York Jets | Released after the club claimed K Blake Grupe off waivers |
| Aug 31, 2026 | New York Jets | Signed to the practice squad |
| Sep 12, 2026 | New York Jets | Elevated to the active roster for Week 1 |
| Sep 19, 2026 | New York Jets | Elevated to the active roster for Week 2 |
Current Status
Sanders is on the Jets’ practice squad and has been elevated to the active roster for each of the first two games of 2026, most recently on September 19. Our Week 1 recap covers his kicking in the opener at Tennessee. Weekly game results are listed on the 2026 schedule page, and weekly designations on the Jets injury hub.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jason Sanders the Jets’ kicker?
He is a practice-squad kicker whom the Jets have elevated to the active roster for each of the first two games of the 2026 season.
Why did the Jets release Jason Sanders?
The Jets released him on August 31, 2026 after being awarded kicker Blake Grupe off waivers. They signed Sanders to the practice squad the same day.
When did the Jets sign Jason Sanders?
The Jets first signed him on June 3, 2026, and re-signed him to the practice squad on August 31, 2026.
Has Jason Sanders played for the Jets in 2026?
Yes. He was elevated to the active roster for the Week 1 game at Tennessee on September 12 and again for the Week 2 home opener on September 19.
What is a practice-squad elevation?
It is a move that adds a practice-squad player to the active roster for a single game, after which he reverts to the practice squad.