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Commanders Releasing Former Third Round Kicker

Commanders Releasing Former Third Round Kicker

Summary

The Washington Commanders have released kicker Jake Moody after a competition with rookie Drew Stevens during training camp. Both kickers performed well in preseason, but the team decided to keep Stevens moving forward.

Key Facts

  • Jake Moody was a former third-round pick for the San Francisco 49ers.
  • Moody made 19 out of 23 field goals last season, including 10 out of 11 with the Commanders.
  • He also made two field goals over 50 yards, with a longest kick of 56 yards.
  • Rookie Drew Stevens was an undrafted free agent from 2026.
  • Both kickers scored perfectly in the preseason game, making all field goal attempts and extra points.
  • The Commanders chose to keep Stevens based on practice performance.
  • Moody had struggles early in his career but improved after joining the Commanders.
  • The final roster decisions must be made by August 30.
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