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Commanders Cut Kicker Jake Moody to Make Rookie Drew Stevens Starter

Moody's preseason misses prompted Washington to elevate rookie Drew Stevens, freeing roughly $1.58 million in salary cap space.

Jan 4, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Washington Commanders place kicker Jake Moody (16) watches his 56-yard field goal during the second quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Feb 25, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Iowa place kicker Drew Stevens (PK04) kicks the ball during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The Commanders announced on Monday they will waive veteran kicker Jake Moody and hand the job to undrafted rookie Drew Stevens.
  • Moody struggled through training camp and the preseason, missing multiple kicks and nearly missing a 29-yard attempt in the preseason opener.
  • Stevens outkicked Moody in spring practice and showed more consistency in camp, giving coaches confidence to install him as the starter.
  • The roster move sends Moody to the waiver wire and will free about $1.58 million in cap space while creating roughly $125,000 in dead money.
  • The change continues Washington's long history of turnover at kicker—Stevens would be the 12th player to handle kicking since 2021—so the team and fans will be watching whether he provides lasting stability.