The New York Jets signed Jamaal Pritchett from their practice squad to the 53-man roster Saturday after injuries depleted their receiving corps. He could get a chance to be the primary punt returner Sunday in Detroit, but that role is uncertain.
The Jets’ 2026 first-round pick Omar Cooper Jr. went on injured reserve with an ankle injury after the season opener. Arian Smith and veteran Tim Patrick joined him on injured reserve after the next game, leaving the team short at wide receiver.
Pritchett, an undrafted free agent signed by New York in 2025, was cut after training camp in both 2025 and 2026 and spent time on the practice squad. Isaiah Williams fumbled two punts the previous week; the article speculates Pritchett could return punts if Williams takes on more offensive work, but reports no confirmed change.
