Discover Why Jake Moody Replaced Matt Gay as the Commanders Kicker

The Washington Commanders are in a challenging position as they head into Week 13 of the NFL season. With a disappointing record of 3-8, they are dealing with several changes in their lineup. Most notably, Jake Moody has taken over as the team’s kicker following the release of Matt Gay.

Changes in the Commanders’ Kicking Game

Matt Gay was waived by the Commanders after their 11th game, a loss to the Miami Dolphins in Madrid. This decision came after Gay struggled, converting only 68.4% of his field goal attempts and missing five tries from 50 yards or more. Since his departure, he has signed with the San Francisco 49ers, where he successfully made all his field goal attempts in his first two games.

Jake Moody, who previously played for the 49ers and the Chicago Bears, has now joined the Commanders. In his NFL career, he has achieved a field goal conversion rate of 76.1% and has successfully completed 98% of his extra point attempts. His longest kick stands at 57 yards, which he achieved during his rookie season.

Background on Jake Moody

Moody was originally a third-round pick by the 49ers but was released in September due to an ankle injury and a decline in performance. He managed to play two games with the Chicago Bears, where he converted 3-of-4 field goal attempts. Now, he looks forward to revitalizing his career with the Commanders.

Offensive Adjustments

As the Commanders navigate this transition, they will rely on quarterback Marcus Mariota, who has shown promise despite team struggles. Mariota has ranked within the top ten of qualified quarterbacks three times this season, with a notable score of 81.2 against the Raiders in Week 3. Currently, he ranks 16th out of 40 qualified quarterbacks.

Team Performance Overview

• Current Record: 3-8
• Previous Month Performance: 0-3 in November, their worst since 2014.
• Average Points: 17.0 points per game during a six-game losing streak.
• Defense Rating: 76.2 against the Dolphins, improving from previous low grades.

Washington is expected to welcome back Jayden Daniels, their injured quarterback, possibly next week. For now, the team must focus on leveraging Mariota as they prepare to face a challenging Denver Broncos defense.

As Jake Moody steps into his new role, the commanders are hoping for a turnaround in their fortunes this season. Only time will determine if this new roster alignment will spark the much-needed revival.