US EditionVeteran punter Thomas Morstead released by Jets amid roster overhaul by new regime
- On May 13, 2025, the New York Jets decided to part ways with experienced punter Thomas Morstead as part of a broader effort to revamp the team's roster under new leadership.
- The Jets are undergoing a roster transformation led by their newly appointed head coach Aaron Glenn and GM Darren Mougey, prioritizing younger talent and reducing salary cap commitments.
- The Jets signed undrafted rookie Kai Kroeger, a five-year South Carolina punter ranked No. 2 in pre-draft rankings, who will compete with Austin McNamara.
- Morstead, 39, posted an Instagram video from Tulane expressing disappointment but gratitude, saying he "had a great experience" and thanked fans and coaches.
- By releasing Morstead, the Jets save $2.55 million in cap space and continue moving toward a youth-focused rebuild that affects multiple veteran players.
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Veteran NFL Punter Cut In Surprise Move Tuesday
The 10 Biggest Free Agent Moves Of The 2025 NFL Offseason (1:31) Aaron Glenn and the New York Jets reportedly shook up their special teams on Tuesday with a surprising cut.According to The 33rd Team's Ari Meirov, the team decided to release former Pro Bowl punter and Super Bowl champion Thomas Morstead — who appeared in all 17 games for the club in each of the past two seasons and led the NFL in punts and punt yards in 2023.It's not clear why th…
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Veteran punter Thomas Morstead released by Jets amid roster overhaul by new regime
The New York Jets released veteran punter Thomas Morstead after two seasons in his second stint with the team. Morstead turned 39 in March and is part of what has been a roster overhaul by new general manager Darren Mougey…
Jets make a cheeky move at punter, bringing in Shrine Bowl standout
Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images Sometimes in the NFL, it’s not just the stars who define the culture—it’s the steady veterans who’ve seen it all. For the New York Jets, Thomas Morstead was exactly that. But on Tuesday, the team made a move that felt both sudden and cold, cutting ties with the 38-year-old punter in favor of a younger leg with potential. A steady hand shown the door Morstead wasn’t just a punter—he was a presence in the locker room and a …
Super Bowl Champion & Former Pro Bowler Released In Stunning Move
Lombardi Trophy (Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports) The New York Jets are moving on from former Super Bowl champion and Pro Bowler Thomas Morstead, the fan favorite announced on Tuesday. In a video posted on his Instagram account, Thomas Morstead said the Jets informed him he was being released. Morstead expressed his disappointment over “how it went down”, but was sure to sign off with a thank you message. The Jets signed 2024 undrafted Texas …
Jets Release Pro Bowl Punter After 2 Seasons
When the New York Jets signed Austin McNamara as a free agent this offseason, it appeared head coach Aaron Glenn wanted to have a position battle at the punter position. Before OTAs and training camp even began, though, the Jets have made a special teams decision, and it’s bad news for the team’s Pro Bowl and fan-favorite punter. The Jets release Thomas Morstead After two seasons with the Jets, Thomas Morstead confirmed on Instagram that the tea…
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