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No FG attempts in Jets debut McLaughlin made both PAT attempts and didn't attempt a field goal in Sunday's 28-14 loss to New England.

Impact McLaughlin made his Jets debut in the season finale after the team waived Sam Ficken. The 24-year-old Illinois product could compete for the kicking job in New York next season, though he didn't do much to give himself a leg up in that competition with this quiet performance.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Jets waive K Ficken, activate RG Van Roten from IR The New York Jets waived kicker Sam Ficken and activated right guard Greg Van Roten from injured reserve in a series of roster moves ahead of the season finale at New England

JANUARY 2 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Kicking in Week 17 McLaughlin will be the Jets' starting kicker in Sunday's game against the Patriots following news that the team waived Sam Ficken.

Impact McLaughlin has played 18 games for four different teams -- the Jets will be his fifth -- since entering the league in 2019. In that stretch, McLaughlin has connected on 22 of 28 field-goal attempts and 29 of 30 extra-point tries. Week 17 may serve as a tryout for McLaughlin's future with the team.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Browns McLaughlin (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Browns.

Impact McLaughlin was claimed off waivers by the Jets on Dec. 14, but he has yet to suit up for Gang Green. Sam Ficken will continue to be the team's starting kicker.

DECEMBER 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Dwayne Haskins starts for Washington despite breaking rules Dwayne Haskins gets his second consecutive start for Washington with quarterback Alex Smith out again because of a right calf injury

DECEMBER 27, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jets activate K Sam Ficken from IR, promote 3 others The New York Jets activated kicker Sam Ficken from injured reserve and he is expected to play Sunday at Los Angeles against the Rams

DECEMBER 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jets cut kicker Castillo after 3 missed FGs at Seattle The New York Jets released kicker Sergio Castillo after he missed three of his four field-goal attempts at Seattle last Sunday

DECEMBER 15, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lands in Big Apple The Jets claimed McLaughlin off waivers from the Jaguars on Monday, Ralph Vacchiano of SportsNet New York reports.

Impact McLaughlin missed two kicks in last week's 27-24 loss to the Vikings, leading to the Jaguars cutting him Saturday. He could land on his feet with a starting role in New York. In this past Sunday's 40-3 loss to the Seahawks, Jets kicker Sergio Castillo missed three of four field-goal tries, and his tenure with the team is likely coming to an end. In turn, McLaughlin likely will start in Sunday's game against the Rams as long as Sam Ficken (groin) doesn't return from IR.

DECEMBER 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Despite speculation, Darnold believes future still with Jets It’s beginning to feel a lot like a somber farewell tour for Sam Darnold

DECEMBER 14, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cut loose by Jaguars The Jaguars waived McLaughlin on Saturday.

Impact McLaughlin missed two costly kicks in last week's 27-24 overtime loss to the Vikings, leading to yet another rotation for Jacksonville's kickers. The Jags signed Aldrick Rosas to the active roster in a corresponding move, and he'll be the team's starting kicker Sunday against the Titans. If McLaughlin clears waivers, he has a good chance to revert to the team's practice squad.

DECEMBER 12, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Misses two kicks McLaughlin made one of two field-goal attempts and one of two extra-point attempts during Sunday's 27-24 loss to the Vikings.

Impact Things got off to a rough start Sunday as the 24-year-old missed the PAT on Jacksonville's opening touchdown, and Vikings kicker Dan Bailey followed with two missed PATs of his own. McLaughlin then came up short on a desperation 62-yard field goal at the end of regulation, sending the game to overtime. He's 4-for-5 on field-goal attempts and 3-for-4 on extra-point attempts in three games this season.

DECEMBER 7, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings outlast error-prone Jags 27-24 on Bailey's OT kick Dan Bailey kicked a 23-yard field goal with 1:49 left in overtime that lifted the Minnesota Vikings to a 27-24 victory over Jacksonville

DECEMBER 6, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Comes off COVID-19 list The Jaguars activated McLaughlin (undisclosed) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday.

Impact McLaughlin missed last weekend's loss to the Browns while on the COVID list, but he'll now be eligible to return to action Week 13. Aldrick Rosas stands to return to the practice squad as McLaughlin slots back into the starting lineup for Sunday's game in Minnesota.

NOVEMBER 30, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Won't be available Week 12 Jaguars head coach Doug Marrone confirmed that McLaughlin won't be eligible to return from the reserve/COVID-19 list ahead of Sunday's game against the Browns, John Shipley of SI.c...

Impact The Jaguars placed McLaughlin on the list Tuesday after he either tested positive for COVID-19 or came into close contact with somewhat who did. Whatever the case, McLaughlin apparently isn't on track to clear all protocols before Sunday, so the Jaguars intend to promote Aldrick Rosas from the practice squad to handle the team's kicking duties this weekend.

NOVEMBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Jaguars place starting defenders Allen, Hayden, Thomas on IR The Jacksonville Jaguars placed defensive end Josh Allen (knee), cornerback D

NOVEMBER 24, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Heads to COVID list The Jaguars placed McLaughlin on the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday.

Impact McLaughlin's placement on the list comes after he tested positive for the COVID-19 or was deemed a close contact of someone who tested positive. If it's the latter case, he could have enough time to clear the NFL's COVID-19 protocols and play Sunday against the Browns. McLaughlin has served as Jacksonville's kicker for the past two weeks, making all five of his kicks (three field goals, two extra points).

NOVEMBER 24, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Supplies only points McLaughlin made his lone field-goal attempt during Sunday's 27-3 loss to the Steelers.

Impact The 24-year-old converted from 41 yards out to cap Jacksonville's opening drive, which ended up being the team's only points of the afternoon against a strong Pittsburgh defense. The game against the Browns next week certainly provides a better matchup, but the inconsistency of the Jaguars offense severely limits any fantasy potential. McLaughlin has made both PATs and all three field-goal attempts through two games this season.

NOVEMBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers looking for a perfect 10 against skidding Jaguars Pittsburgh and Jacksonville have played some real nail-biters

NOVEMBER 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jags on verge of tying another franchise record for futility The previous time the Jacksonville Jaguars lost nine consecutive games, owner Shad Khan fired coach Gus Bradley before they left the stadium

NOVEMBER 16, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Perfect in Jags debut McLaughlin converted both field-goal attempts and both extra-point attempts during Sunday's 24-20 loss to the Packers.

Impact The 24-year-old performed well in his first game for Jacksonville, especially given the 20-plus mph winds Sunday at Lambeau Field. McLaughlin converted field goals from 52 and 31 yards, both of which gave the Jaguars the lead at the time. Aldrick Rosas is on the practice squad and will have his suspension lifted after next week's matchup with Pittsburgh, but McLaughlin should earn a longer look from Jacksonville if he puts together another strong performance.

NOVEMBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Packers struggle to put away Jags, get by with 24-20 win Aaron Rodgers threw two touchdown passes and ran for a score as the Green Bay Packers rallied for a 24-20 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars

NOVEMBER 15, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

The Latest: Quarterbacks drafted No. 1 shine around NFL From Kyler Murray magic to Alex Smith’s latest milestone, it was quite the day for quarterbacks selected first in the NFL draft

NOVEMBER 15, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ready for Sunday's contest Mclaughlin had his roster exemption lifted Saturday, moving him to the 53-man roster for Sunday's game versus the Packers.

Impact McLaughlin is expected to be the Jaguars' starting kicker Sunday. The 24-year-old bounced around last season, playing for three different teams. He connected on 18 of 23 field-goal attempts (78 percent) and all 26 extra points in 2019, and he could remain as Jacksonville's kicker for the rest of the season with strong performances.

NOVEMBER 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Packers try to avoid slipping at home again as Jags arrive The Green Bay Packers are getting healthier and guarding against complacency before opening the second half of their season Sunday as two-touchdown favorites over the slumping Jack...

NOVEMBER 12, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Waiting to clear testing protocols McLaughlin isn't expected to join the Jaguars for workouts until Saturday while he waits to clear COVID-19 testing and screening protocols, John Reid of The Florida Times-Union rep...

Impact Jacksonville signed McLaughlin to its roster Tuesday, but because he's arriving from a different organization (Minnesota), he won't be permitted to take part in team activities for a few days. McLaughlin thus will miss each of the Jaguars' three practices this week, but assuming he arrives in Green Bay this weekend and clears the necessary protocols, he should serve as the team's kicker Sunday against the Packers. Punter Logan Cooke will practice placekicking and kickoffs this week in the event McLaughlin is unable to gain clearance for Sunday.

NOVEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE