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Jets Re-Sign Nick Folk to Challenge Harrison Mevis for Kicking Job

Folk’s league-best field-goal percentages over the past two seasons address New York’s early camp kicking struggles, filling a void at the position

The Jets have brought back veteran kicker Nick Folk.
Nov 26, 2023; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Titans place kicker Nick Folk (6) celebrates after making a 53-yard field goal to end the half against the Carolina Panthers at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports/ File Photo
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Overview

  • New York officially signed 40-year-old Nick Folk on July 29 after inviting him for a tryout the previous day.
  • The Jets waived undrafted rookie Caden Davis to clear space for Folk’s return, leaving Harrison Mevis as his sole competition.
  • Coach Aaron Glenn praised Folk’s consistency, noting his NFL-leading 96.7% accuracy in 2023 and 95.5% in 2024 with the Titans.
  • During his seven-season stint with New York (2010–16), Folk amassed 729 points, ranking second in franchise history.
  • The move follows the May release of veteran Greg Zuerlein, reflecting ongoing concerns after early training camp kicking struggles.