Commanders to release K Jake Moody
The Washington Commanders are releasing kicker Jake Moody and naming undrafted rookie Drew Stevens as the starter.
📍 Aftermath
{"epilogue": "The Washington Commanders released kicker Jake Moody during training camp. The team gave the starting kicker job to undrafted rookie Drew Stevens instead."}
Epilogue added 44d ago, after coverage quieted.
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The Washington Commanders are parting ways with kicker Jake Moody, according to reports from outlets including The Washington Post, The New York Times, and ESPN. Moody, a former San Francisco 49ers draft pick and former Michigan kicker, lost the kicking competition in Washington.
Coverage highlights that the decision shifts the starting kicker role to undrafted rookie Drew Stevens. The move follows a struggle for the placekicker position during team activities.
Future updates will show where Jake Moody lands following his release and how rookie Drew Stevens performs in the starting role for Washington.
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Commanders to release K Jake Moody NBC Sports · 47d ago broke it first
Quick answers
Who are the Washington Commanders releasing?
The Commanders are releasing kicker Jake Moody.
Who is taking over the starting kicker job in Washington?
Undrafted rookie Drew Stevens is taking over the starting kicker job.
Which team previously drafted Jake Moody?
Jake Moody was previously drafted by the San Francisco 49ers.
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