Dec 1, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets running back Kene Nwangwu (34) returns a kickoff for a touchdown during the second quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Smith-Imagn Images
Iowa State running back Kene Nwangwu has been signed to the Jets’ active roster, after he was elevated ahead of the team’s 26-21 loss to Seattle Sunday.
In his debut with New York, Nwangwu returned a kickoff for a touchdown – his fourth career return for a score.
“Making his @nyjets debut, here is Kene Nwangwu… And welcome to the Jets with a big time return for a touchdown!!”
🎙️@adamamin— The Montag Group (@TheMontagGroup) December 1, 2024
The former Cyclone is in his fourth year in the league, and will likely be serving as the team’s kick returner for the rest of the season.
New York’s next game will be played Sunday, December 8 as the Jets travel to Miami. The game will kick off at Noon CT and will be televised on CBS.
