Commanders select Drew Stevens as new kicker after competition
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 7:14 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026

The Washington Commanders have announced that Drew Stevens, a rookie from Iowa, has won their kicking competition, effectively taking over the position from Jake Moody, who was released. The Commanders' history with kickers has been tumultuous, marked by numerous changes and a search for stability. The team hopes Stevens can end this cycle of inconsistency in their kicking game. The announcement comes as the season approaches, raising expectations for Stevens to solidify the role and contribute to the team's success.
- •Drew Stevens wins the Commanders' kicking competition.
- •Jake Moody has been released after one season with the team.
- •Commanders have struggled with kicker consistency for years.
- •Stevens aims to provide stability for the upcoming season.
- 7:14 AMYahoo Sports — Commanders hope Drew Stevens ends long search for a kicker
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