The Jets Sign Harrison “Thiccer Kicker” Mevis After Dominant UFL Season
The New York Jets just added some serious power to their special teams — and fans are buzzing about it. The team announced the signing of kicker Harrison Mevis, fondly known around football circles as the “Thiccer Kicker.” The nickname isn’t just internet fun — it’s a symbol of his larger-than-life leg and persona that has already earned him cult hero status among football diehards.
Mevis most recently played for the Birmingham Stallions in the UFL, where he was nearly automatic this season. He drilled 20 of his 21 field goal attempts, finishing the campaign with an eye-popping 95.2% accuracy rate. Whether it was booming kicks from 50+ yards or clutch game-winners, Mevis delivered — and now he’s bringing that confidence and consistency to New York.
Standing at 5-foot-11 and 243 pounds, Mevis doesn’t look like your typical kicker — and he doesn’t kick like one either. During his college career at Missouri, he became known for his deep range and cool demeanor under pressure, highlighted by a 61-yard game-winner against Kansas State that instantly went viral.
The Jets are clearly looking to shore up a position that’s been plagued by inconsistency in recent years. With Mevis in the fold, they’re hoping to bring stability — and maybe a little swagger — to their kicking game. And let’s be honest: in a league where games are often decided by a single kick, having a confident, battle-tested leg could make all the difference.
Jets fans, get ready for some fireworks. Whether it’s split uprights or sideline memes, Harrison Mevis is bound to make an impact — one booming boot at a time.