Younghoe KOO
PK · New York Jets
2 transactions this offseason
Height
5'9"
Weight
185 lbs
Age
31
Draft
Undrafted
Experience
8 yrs
PK Rank
#34 / 39
N/A
CVID+
D+
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The Verdict on Younghoe, in One Read
On the field, Younghoe KOO grades out as a shaky PK for New York Jets (D+ Performance). That places him 34th of 39 graded pks. The public read is negative (D+ Sentiment), drawn from current news and social signal rather than the box score.
Career StatsD+
| Year | Team | GP | FG% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 65 | 85.3% |
| 2025 |  | 6 | 66.7% |
| 2024 | | 14 | 73.5% |
| 2023 | | 17 | 86.5% |
| 2022 | | 17 | 86.5% |
| 2021 |
Contract terms haven't been reported.
Performance Analysis
D+
#34 of 39 PKs
FCA+
Younghoe Koo's on-field production earns a D+ performance grade against PK peers across the league. The 2025 season reflects minimal counting stats—3 tackles across 6 games—which underscore a role limited to situational contributions rather than consistent impact. Koo's primary weakness is the absence of reliable volume metrics that would suggest he was the primary option for field goals and extra points, leaving questions about whether injury, competition, or scheme constraints limited his opportunities. At 31 years old with eight seasons of NFL experience, Koo represents the profile of an established veteran competing for work rather than a plug-and-play starter, and the Jets' recent decision to release him in favor of Jason Sanders signals organizational doubt about his fit for their current setup. The media narrative frames this as part of a broader revolving-door approach to the kicking position, with beat writers interpreting the move as a reflection of the Jets' systemic uncertainty at the position rather than a clear evaluation of Koo's merit. Moving forward, his standing depends on whether a new team values his veteran pedigree enough to give him a genuine opportunity to reclaim a starting role.
Performance vs. NFL Position Average
FG %66.7%
Well BelowNFL Avg: 84.4% · Elite: 99.7%
Durability
How Younghoe Compares at the Position
Younghoe KOO ranks 34th of 39 graded pks by performance. That slots Younghoe between Blake Grupe (D+) just ahead and Jake Moody (D) just behind.
Graded higher
Blake GrupeIndianapolis ColtsD+Charlie SmythNew Orleans SaintsD+Ryan FitzgeraldCarolina PanthersD+Younghoe KOOD+
Graded lower
Jake MoodyFree AgentFan Sentiment
D+
Negative
NegativeNeutralPositive
Jets cycled through kickers again, signaling continued roster instability at the position. Multiple outlets covered the signing-then-waiving sequence, indicating lack of organizational confidence. Koo's quick release suggests he didn't win the competition against Jason Sanders. Fans grew frustrated watching another kicker carousel instead of stability. Jets prioritized Sanders going forward, hoping he provides consistency they've lacked.'
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