Cade York

Career StatsD-

Year	Team	GP	FG%
Career		18	73.3%
2024		6	69.2%
2023		4	50.0%
2022		17	75.0%

Updated Mar 23, 2026

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Jets secured solid value by bringing in Cade York at $1.1M, representing a reasonable gamble on a young kicker with upside at minimal financial risk. York's depth piece production tier aligns well with his modest contract, as New York isn't overpaying for proven elite performance but rather investing in potential development at the position. At just 23 years old, York has the athletic profile and leg strength that made him a fourth-round pick, though his brief NFL track record includes both promising moments and concerning inconsistency that landed him as a backup option. The short-term, low-guarantee structure gives the Jets maximum flexibility to evaluate whether York can develop into a reliable starter without significant financial commitment if he struggles. This C+ CVI deal reflects smart roster construction — the Jets addressed their kicking situation without breaking the bank, positioning themselves to either develop a long-term solution or easily pivot if York doesn't pan out.

Performance Analysis

Cade York earns a D- for the Jets as their kicker, a player whose inconsistency has been a recurring theme throughout his NFL career. York has a big leg that can hit from distance, but his accuracy on routine kicks has been maddening. The Jets need their kicker to be automatic from inside 45 yards, and York has missed too many that should be gimmes. His confidence seems to waver after a miss, which compounds the problem. New York may look elsewhere for a kicker, because York's reliability has not been good enough to keep the job long-term.

Fan Sentiment

A necessary depth add at kicker, filling the void left by Nick Folk's departure. Multiple headlines confirm this signing is directly tied to replacing the Jets' longtime reliable kicker. York has elite leg talent but has struggled with consistency at the NFL level, making this a high-upside gamble. Fans are cautiously optimistic, knowing York's raw power but wary of his accuracy issues. If York rediscovers his college form, this could prove a savvy low-cost starter acquisition.