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Jets Cut Returner Xavier Gipson After Costly Week 1 Fumble, Sign Isaiah Williams

Aaron Glenn frames the move as an accountability standard as New York reshapes its return unit following Kene Nwangwu’s hamstring setback.

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Aug 16, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets wide receiver Xavier Gipson (3) returns a kick off against the New York Giants during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-Imagn Images/ File Photo
LANDOVER, MARYLAND - AUGUST 18: Isaiah Williams #18 of the Cincinnati Bengals warms up before the game against the Washington Commanders during the NFL Preseason 2025 game at Northwest Stadium on August 18, 2025 in Landover, Maryland.

Overview

  • New York announced on Sept. 10 that it released Xavier Gipson and added returner Isaiah Williams from the Bengals’ practice squad.
  • Gipson fumbled a fourth-quarter kickoff with the Jets leading 26-24; Pittsburgh recovered at the 22 and scored two plays later before winning 34-32 on a 60-yard field goal.
  • After the loss, head coach Aaron Glenn warned that turnovers would keep players off the field, later saying the decision reflected broader accountability rather than a single mistake.
  • Williams, 24, previously with the Lions and Bengals, recorded 11 punt returns for 93 yards and five kick returns for 169 yards last season and is a candidate for the return role.
  • With primary returner Kene Nwangwu dealing with a hamstring injury, the Jets are evaluating options including Arian Smith, Isaiah Davis and practice-squad receiver Jamaal Pritchett for Week 2.