Commanders to release K Jake Moody
The Washington Commanders have released kicker Jake Moody, ending his tenure with the team.
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The brief
The Washington Commanders have released Jake Moody, their kicker. The move comes after a period of underperformance. The Commanders have tapped undrafted rookie Drew Stevens to take over the starting kicker position.
Stevens will now have the opportunity to prove himself in the upcoming season. The Commanders' decision to release Moody follows a trend of teams making roster adjustments as the regular season approaches. The team's front office and coaching staff will be closely monitoring Stevens' performance.
The Commanders are expected to announce further roster moves in the coming days.
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Sources (9)
- Commanders parting ways with former Bears kicker Bears Wire · 4h ago
- Washington Commanders are releasing kicker Jake Moody, AP source says SFGATE · 5h ago
- Former 49ers Draft Pick Cut by NFC Team in Favor of Rookie Yahoo Sports · 5h ago
- Former Michigan kicker reportedly loses starting job in Washington Yahoo Sports · 5h ago
- Failed 49ers 3rd-round just lost another competition Niners Wire · 5h ago
- Commanders release Jake Moody, tap undrafted rookie Drew Stevens as kicker The Washington Post · 5h ago
- Commanders to release K Jake Moody, give starting job to rookie Drew Stevens The New York Times · 5h ago
- Source: Commanders to cut struggling placekicker Jake Moody espn.com · 5h ago
- Commanders to release K Jake Moody NBC Sports · 5h ago
Quick answers
Who is replacing Jake Moody as the Commanders' kicker?
Drew Stevens, an undrafted rookie, has been named the starting kicker for the Washington Commanders.
When was Jake Moody drafted by the Commanders?
Jake Moody was drafted in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
What is the significance of this move for the Commanders?
The release of Jake Moody and the promotion of Drew Stevens indicate the Commanders' confidence in the rookie's abilities. It also signals the team's focus on making strategic roster adjustments ahead of the regular season.
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