Sports
Jets Holding Kicker Tryouts as Greg Zuerlein’s Future Uncertain
The New York Jets are taking steps to address their kicking woes by holding tryouts for a new kicker, a move that suggests Greg Zuerlein‘s tenure with the team may be coming to an end. Zuerlein, a 36-year-old veteran kicker, has struggled this season, leading to the team’s decision to explore other options.
Interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich confirmed the decision to hold tryouts, indicating that the team is looking for more consistency in the kicking position. Zuerlein’s performance has been a significant concern, and the Jets are seeking to stabilize this critical aspect of their game.
The tryouts are part of a broader effort by the Jets to improve their special teams unit, which has been a weak link in their overall performance this season. The team is hopeful that bringing in new talent will help turn around their fortunes and provide more reliability in the kicking game.
Zuerlein’s struggles have been a recurring theme for the Jets, and with his days likely numbered, the team is moving swiftly to find a replacement. The upcoming tryouts will give the Jets an opportunity to evaluate potential new kickers and make a decision that could impact the remainder of their season.