Is Xavier Gipson Still Safe on Jets Roster?

Xavier Gipson was a special teams hero for the New York Jets in 2023. His game-winning punt return in the season opener catapulted him from an undrafted free agent to a key member of the organization.

That same effect might not be there for the 2024 season, though.

Due to the preseason heroics of Brandon Codrington Saturday night in Carolina, the Jets have an interesting conundrum regarding their kick and punt return duties - both previously owned by Gipson to this point.

Codrington recorded over 100 total yards of return yardage on punts and kickoffs - a 63-yard kick return being the catalyst for New York's 15-12 win.

The Jets are still very high on Gipson as a returner and receiver in their offense. His role, though may not be conducive to keeping a roster spot open for him - especially if Codrington has earned the opportunity to show what he can do on gameday as well.

Making matters even more interesting is the North Carolina Central prospect is an undrafted free agent this year like Gipson was last season.

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Codrington's strong preseason performance Saturday put him on the map to potentially have a role on the roster going forward. The more he produces in practice and in next week's preseason finale could go a long way to determining if Gipson is as safe as previously thought.