In a world where NFL offenses are better than ever, kicking has become a key part of the game. For the San Francisco 49ers , Brock Purdy convinced Kyle Shanahan to buy in to him in the offseason. Now, he and the rest of the 49ers offense need to step up. Jake Moody , for one, is coming off a poor season in 2024-25. However, he mimicked NFL Hall-of-Famer Adam Vinatieri.

As kickers in the NFL get older, their effectiveness tends to wane. Another thing that hinders their performance is injury. Moody had a nagging ankle injury that botherer him last season and struggled mightily down the stretch. None of his missed kicks turned wins into losses for San Francisco, but the special teams group is under pressure to take a step forward this season.

While being back at full health will help

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