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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 28

How 49ers ST Coach is Simulating In-Game Pressure for the Kickers

Competition is the name of the game for the San Francisco 49ers during training camp. They haven’t had so many positions up for grabs since 2018, as head coach Kyle Shanahan would put it.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / July 26

49ers' Jake Moody Reflects on Mindset Change After Shaky Season

San Francisco 49ers kicker Jake Moody came into the 2024 season riding high after the former third-round pick shined as a rookie. Unfortunately he fell into a sophomore slump, which forced the 49ers into action this offseason.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / July 25

49ers kicker battle heats up: Jake Moody has a chip on his shoulder

The San Francisco 49ers continued their training camp on Friday, and the kicker battle between Jake Moody and Greg Joseph remains one of the more intriguing storylines.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / July 23

Even Nick Bosa is captivated by 49ers' kicker battle

Jake Moody is out to prove himself to the San Francisco 49ers coaching staff after an up-and-down 2024 season. The second-year kicker faces stiff competition from veteran newcomer Greg Joseph as training camp gets underway.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / July 19

49ers release former Pro Bowl special teams specialist

Days after placing him on the active/non-football injury list with an undisclosed ailment, the 49ers have made the decision to release veteran safety George Odum, per Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / June 15

49ers Insider Predicts Outcome of Controversial Kicker Decision

The San Francisco 49ers brought in a haul of new pieces, on both the roster and coaching staff, to wipe last season's 6-11 disappointment from memory. Injuries forced the Niners to struggle in multiple areas, including special teams.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / June 13

49ers insider predicts kicker competition outcome—and fans may not love it

One of the most intriguing battles heading into San Francisco 49ers training camp is the kicker competition between Jake Moody and NFL veteran Greg Joseph.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 3

NFC Notes: Budda Baker, Jake Moody, 49ers, Cardinals, Rams

49ers K Jake Moody battled a high ankle sprain last season, which resulted in him missing 10 field goal attempts. Moody changed to taking just two steps instead of three in his kicking approach and feels things are going well. “It’s been going great,” Moody said, via Vic Tafur of The Athletic.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 29

Will the 49ers Release Kicker Jake Moody Next?

So far this offseason, the 49ers have gotten rid of practically everyone on special teams except for the one player they really need to cut: Kicker Jake Moody.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / May 28

49ers' Jake Moody Makes Move to Fix 'Unacceptable' Performance

San Francisco 49ers kicker Jake Moody is pulling out all the stops to make sure his performance at the end of last season does not carry over into the next one.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 27

Jake Moody hopes new kicking approach leads to improved accuracy and 49ers success

Jake Moody isn't looking for excuses—he's looking for improvement. After a tough second season with the San Francisco 49ers, the kicker is determined to bounce back in 2025 with a revamped approach that he hopes will lead to greater accuracy and consistency.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 16

49ers reportedly add veteran kicker to compete with Jake Moody

The biggest news out of San Francisco today is the 49ers signing quarterback Brock Purdy to a massive five-year, $265 million contract extension, which is expected to become official next week.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 9

49ers Special Teams Coach Says Jake Moody Needs to Get his Mind Right

Jake Moody is an enigma. He has an extremely powerful leg, which is why the 49ers drafted him in Round 3. Still, by taking him on Day 2, they reached for him and put a ton of pressure on him to live up to his draft position.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / May 8

49ers coach discusses expectations for Jake Moody, plan to support struggling kicker

Jake Moody has become a polarizing figure among San Francisco 49ers fans. The kicker struggled significantly during the 2024 season—his second in the NFL—leading many in the fanbase to call for the team to move on from the former third-round pick.

Jake Moody Under Pressure: 49ers Try Out Lou Groza Winner Kenneth Almendares

The San Francisco 49ers are adding a new name to their upcoming rookie minicamp: Kenneth Almendares, the 2024 Lou Groza Award winner, given annually to the best kicker in college football.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 6

49ers Planning To Add Veteran To Compete With K Jake Moody After Draft

Per Matt Maiocco, 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan said they are planning to add a veteran to compete with K Jake Moody after the draft. San Francisco used a third-round pick on Moody two years ago, but he has completed just 76.3 percent of his 45 career field goals and went 10-20 on kicks of at least 40 yards in 2024.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 5

49ers rumors: Insider picks Georgia star, ‘powerful Jake Moody replacement in ‘ideal’ mock draft

With the 2025 NFL Draft rapidly approaching, no team needs to hit a home run more than the San Francisco 49ers. A Super Bowl participant not too long ago, the 49ers fell apart in spectacular fashion in 2024, going from the penthouse to the cellar of the NFC West before saying goodbye to multiple former stalwarts via free agency and trades.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 4

ESPN's 'ideal picks' for 49ers include a kicker

Jake Moody remains on the San Francisco 49ers roster—much to the frustration of a vocal segment of the fanbase. However, head coach Kyle Shanahan has made it clear that the team plans to bring in competition for the third-year kicker, who struggled significantly in 2024.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / December 31

Jake Moody's Personal Admission After 49ers' Loss to Lions

The San Francisco 49ers fell to 6-10 on the year with a "Monday Night Football" loss in Santa Clara against the Detroit Lions. The 49ers held a 21-13

San Francisco 49ers News / Field Level Media / October 8

49ers sign K Matthew Wright with Jake Moody (ankle) out

The San Francisco 49ers, who play the host Seattle Seahawks on Thursday night, signed kicker Matthew Wright to a one-year contract on Tuesday. Starting kicker Jake Moody sustained a high ankle sprain in the second quarter of the 49ers' 24-23 loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday and will not be available.

San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / October 6

49ers kicker Jake Moody suffers high ankle sprain

Jake Moody was carted off the field after attempting a tackle on a kickoff return in the first half, sidelining him for the remainder of the game. He was replaced by punter Mitch Wishnowsky, who converted a 26-yard field goal before halftime but did not attempt a kick in the second half.

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San Francisco 49ers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 6

Injury to kicker costs 49ers dearly in loss to Cardinals

Kickers matter. On Sunday, the San Francisco 49ers found that out the hard way.

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San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / February 11, 2024

Another championship slips away from 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan

49ers Super Bowl LVIII takeaways: Another championship slips away from Kyle Shanahan

The San Francisco 49ers fell just short of winning their sixth Super Bowl, losing in overtime to the Kansas City Chiefs, 25-22, in Super Bowl LVIII on Sunday night.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / February 11, 2024