Cade York

Career Stats

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

Updated Mar 23, 2026

Season	Team	GP	Grade
2024		6	D D Bottom 20%
2023		4	D D Bottom 20%
2022		17	F F Bottom 5%

Grades reflect the player's performance in each season. Header grade shows the current season.

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.

Contracts in the Same Value Band

Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the C band — a quick read on where Cade's contract sits relative to comparable money.

Performance AnalysisProcessing

A Performance grade for Cade York is not currently available.

Fan Sentiment

Public perception of Cade York sits at a D- sentiment grade, capturing how the New York Jets fan base and beat writers are framing his role. The narrative centers on York as a calculated depth gamble rather than a coronation—media outlets are treating his signing as a necessary succession move following Nick Folk's departure, with the consensus acknowledging his elite leg strength while fixating on accuracy inconsistency that plagued his prior tenure. York's on-field struggles align with the cautious tone; the 2024 season yielded limited production across six games, reinforcing the "high-upside but risky" storyline rather than painting him as a proven commodity. The recent flurry of Jets transactions—including the mid-offseason signings of Jason Sanders and the release of Younghoe Koo—suggests organizational uncertainty at the position, which dampens confidence in York's long-term security and adds to the tentative feel around this acquisition. The overarching message is clear: York has the physical tools to succeed, but he must prove reliability during the offseason program and training camp to convert cautious skepticism into genuine starter-level confidence.