Eagles kicker Jake Elliott faces scrutiny over accuracy struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 5:48 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Jake Elliott of the Philadelphia Eagles has seen a notable decline in field goal accuracy over recent seasons. After finishing with a rate of 77.8 percent in 2024 and dropping to 74.1 percent in 2025, he became the first NFL kicker in 16 years with consecutive seasons below 78 percent accuracy with at least 25 attempts. These stats place him 22nd among 23 kickers who attempted at least 50 field goals during that span. While Elliott has a strong postseason record and earned second-team All-Pro honors in 2023, the Eagles are under pressure to address his performance as they aim for success in the upcoming season, especially with a restructured contract in play. If Elliott's struggles persist, the team may have to explore other options at kicker.
- •Elliott has decreased field goal accuracy over the past two seasons.
- •He ranks 22nd in accuracy among kickers with 50+ attempts.
- •The Eagles restructured his contract, ensuring $5 million salary.
- •Elliott was named second-team All-Pro in 2023.
- •Growing pressure exists on Elliott as the season approaches.
- 5:48 PMYahoo Sports — Eagles' Jake Elliott is facing pressure after a rare dip in accuracy
"Jake Elliott has struggled with field goal accuracy over the past two seasons, creating a real concern for the Eagles entering the season
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