49ers Coach Reaffirms Confidence in Struggling Kicker Jake Moody

Kyle Shanahan attributes Jake Moody's second-half struggles to a midseason ankle injury but maintains belief in his long-term potential.

Jake Moody, the 49ers' second-year kicker, has struggled since returning from a high ankle sprain sustained in Week 5, missing six of his last 16 field goal attempts.
Before his injury, Moody had an impressive start to the season, making 13 of 14 attempts and earning NFC Special Teams Player of the Week honors in Week 1.
Kyle Shanahan expressed frustration over recent misses but emphasized patience, citing Moody's talent and mental toughness as reasons to believe in his future success.
Moody acknowledged his struggles but resisted making significant changes to his technique midseason, likening kicking to the precision required in golf.
The 49ers may bring in another kicker for training camp in 2025, but Shanahan indicated he does not foresee replacing Moody as the team's primary kicker.