Worst kick in NFL history? Jason Sanders' struggles continue for the Jets

Jason Sanders is finding himself under serious pressure after another rough kicking performance, with questions about his future continuing to grow. The latest miss adds to a frustrating stretch that has followed him since the preseason finale against the Giants, when he missed an extra point and came up short on a 54-yard field-goal attempt despite favorable conditions. Those struggles quickly drew criticism, with ESPN’s Rich Cimini questioning whether Sanders could still handle long-range attempts, while The Athletic’s Zack Rosenblatt was even more critical of the miss. Despite the concerns surrounding his preseason form, the Jets still entered the regular season with Sanders as their kicker. Now, another badly missed attempt has only intensified the spotlight. Every kicker goes through difficult stretches, but consistency becomes especially important when field goals and extra points can decide close NFL games. Sanders has the experience to know how quickly confidence can change at the position, but repeated misses inevitably create pressure on both the player and the coaching staff. With every opportunity becoming more important, the question surrounding Sanders is no longer just about one bad kick — it’s whether he can regain his reliability before the Jets are forced to make a change.