Commanders cut Jake Moody, name rookie Drew Stevens as kicker

The Washington Commanders have released kicker Jake Moody and confirmed undrafted rookie Drew Stevens as their new placekicker as of August 19, 2026. The decision follows a competitive training camp where both players were closely matched, but Stevens gained an edge in recent practices. In the preseason opener against the Miami Dolphins, both kickers were perfect, but Stevens hit a 41-yard field goal confidently, while Moody's 29-yarder was less convincing. Head coach Dan Quinn stated that Stevens established himself as the standout option. The Commanders aim to stabilize the kicker position after rotating through multiple kickers since 2024.

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