New York Jets sign disgraced ex-Giants placekicker
The New York Jets have signed former Giants placekicker Younghoe Koo, who is known for a significant botched kick during his time with the team. Koo had a brief stint with the Giants, where he played only five games before being replaced. He previously spent seven seasons with the Atlanta Falcons and has a career field goal percentage of 85.3%.
- ▪Younghoe Koo was signed by the New York Jets after a short tenure with the New York Giants.
- ▪He is remembered for a botched 47-yard field goal attempt that led to an injury for punter Jamie Gillan.
- ▪Koo has a career field goal percentage of 85.3% and previously played seven seasons with the Atlanta Falcons.
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