Jets kicker Ammendola has stunning debut as punter in pinch

KIFI

Published September 14, 2021 2:14 PM

By DENNIS WASZAK Jr.
AP Pro Football Writer

NEW YORK (AP) — Matt Ammendola had an impressive NFL debut for the New York Jets as a punter. The only thing is he’s a placekicker. And he had never punted in a game before Sunday. Still, the former Oklahoma State standout averaged 48.5 yards per punt and earned the respect of his coaches and teammates for his double-duty accomplishment. Punter Braden Mann sprained his left knee during his first punt in the first quarter of New York’s 19-14 loss at Carolina on Sunday. With the punter done for the day, the Jets had to turn to Ammendola to handle the punting duties.

Article Topic Follows: AP National Sports

Jump to comments ↓

Associated Press

BE PART OF THE CONVERSATION

KIFI Local News 8 is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation.

Please keep your comments respectful and relevant. You can review our Community Guidelines by clicking here

If you would like to share a story idea, please submit it here.