According to Jordan Schultz, the Washington Commanders will not place a tender on kicker Jake Moody, allowing him to enter the market as an unrestricted free agent. This move is notable for the 26-year-old player as he navigates his next career steps in the NFL.
Moody’s Career Path and Performance Overview
Jake Moody was selected in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft by the San Francisco 49ers, following his college tenure at Michigan. He signed a four-year rookie contract lasting through 2026, with a base salary of $941,095 for the 2024 season. However, Moody was released by the 49ers after appearing in just one game during his third contractual year. After a brief period on the Chicago Bears’ practice squad, Moody joined the Commanders’ active roster in November 2025.
During the 2025 season, Moody played in nine games across three teams: the 49ers, Bears, and Commanders. He successfully converted 19 of 23 field goal attempts and completed 15 of 16 extra point kicks, demonstrating solid reliability despite changing teams.
Implications of Moody’s Free Agency Status
With the Commanders opting not to tender Moody, he enters unrestricted free agency, providing opportunities to negotiate with any NFL team. This development could influence his professional trajectory and the kicking roles across the league as franchises evaluate their special teams needs for the upcoming seasons.
Sources: The #Commanders are not planning to tender K Jake Moody as an RFA. He will become a free agent.
The 26-year-old was 18/20 on FGs last year during his time in Chicago and Washington, including 2/2 from 50+, with a long of 56. pic.twitter.com/7ixltwFDWM
— Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) March 3, 2026
