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Jake Moody (born November 23, 1999) is an American professional football placekicker for the Washington Commanders of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Michigan Wolverines, twice earning All-American honors and winning the Lou Groza Award in 2021. Moody was selected by the San Francisco 49ers in the third round of the 2023 NFL draft, making him only the second kicker since 2016 to be drafted in the top 100 selections. Moody has also played for the Chicago Bears.

Key Information

Early life

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Moody attended Northville High School in Northville, Michigan and played football and baseball there.[1]

College career

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Moody committed to the University of Michigan in February 2018.[2][3] He initially committed without a scholarship but was put on scholarship in June 2018.[4]

As a true freshman in 2018, Moody set a Wolverines' single-game record with six field goals in a 31–20 victory over Indiana.[5][6] In April 2020, he set a personal record in practice with a 69-yard field goal.[7]

Moody in 2021

As a senior in 2021, Moody successfully converted 22 of 24 field goal attempts and 56 of 56 extra-point kicks.[8] He also kicked a game-winning field goal in the fourth quarter against Nebraska on October 9.[9] Moody's 122 points led the 2021 Michigan Wolverines football team in scoring.[10] He was named the 2021 Bakken–Andersen Big Ten Kicker of the Year and Lou Groza Award winner.[11][12][13]

Moody returned for a fifth season in 2022, taking advantage of the extra year of eligibility granted due to the 2020 season being impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.[14] He went 5-for-5 on field goals, including a career-long 54-yard kick, against Michigan State on October 29, 2022.[15]

With his third-quarter extra point on November 5, 2022, in a game against Rutgers, Moody became the fifth player in Michigan history to reach 300 career points.[16] With his first-quarter extra point on November 12 in a game against Nebraska, Moody became the third player in Michigan history to record consecutive seasons with 100-plus points, following Anthony Thomas (1999–2000) and Tom Harmon (1939–40).[17] With four field goals against Illinois on November 19, 2022, including the game-winner with nine seconds left, Moody became the Michigan career field goal leader, with 65, passing Garrett Rivas, and tied Remy Hamilton's single-season mark of 25.[18]

For the 2022 regular season, Moody converted 26-of-32 field goal attempts for an average of 81.25%. He also converted 53 of 53 on extra points. He also led Michigan with 131 points scored.[19] With Moody's field goal in the second quarter during the 2022 Fiesta Bowl, he broke Desmond Howard's single-season scoring record (138 points) set in 1991, and finished with 147 points during the season. Moody finished his career with 355 points, setting a new all-time Michigan scoring record, surpassing the previous record of 354 points set by Garrett Rivas. He also set the program record for longest field goal made at 59-yards, surpassing the previous record of 57-yards held by Quinn Nordin and Hayden Epstein.[20]

Professional career

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Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight Arm length Hand span
6 ft 0+5⁄8 in
(1.84 m)		 209 lb
(95 kg)		 30+7⁄8 in
(0.78 m)		 9+1⁄2 in
(0.24 m)
All values from NFL Combine[21][22]

San Francisco 49ers

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Moody was selected by the San Francisco 49ers in the third round (99th overall) of the 2023 NFL draft, making him just the second kicker to be selected within the top 100 picks in the last 15 drafts (along with Roberto Aguayo in 2016),[23] and only the fifth kicker since 2000 to be selected in the first three rounds.[a][25] Moody and Michigan teammate Brad Robbins became the second punter and kicker tandem to be taken in the same draft in the last 40 years.[26] Moody was the first of three kickers drafted in the 2023 draft, followed by Chad Ryland and Anders Carlson.[27]

2023 season

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Despite having been injured in the final preseason game, Moody was cleared as the starting kicker for the season-opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers. He finished the 30–7 road victory converting all three field goal attempts and all three extra point attempts. This made Moody the first rookie kicker since Justin Tucker in 2012 to go 3-for-3 or better on extra points and field goal attempts in a season opener.[28] In the next game against the Los Angeles Rams, Moody again made all three field goal attempts and all three extra point attempts during the 30–23 road victory, including a 57-yard field goal, which was the longest successful field goal by a rookie kicker in 49ers' franchise history.[29][30]

During a narrow Week 6 19–17 road loss to the Cleveland Browns, Moody had a poor performance as he missed two field goals, including a potential game winning 41-yard field goal as time expired.[31] In the next game against the Minnesota Vikings on Monday Night Football, Moody missed a 40-yard field goal in the second quarter but made a 55-yard field goal in the fourth quarter during the 22–17 road loss.[32] During a Week 15 45–29 road victory over the Arizona Cardinals, he set the longest streak of 53 straight extra points made since the NFL moved the extra point attempt back to the 15-yard-line.[33] However, in the regular-season finale against the Rams, Moody struggled, missing his first extra point attempt along with his lone field goal attempt during the narrow 21–20 loss, marking the first time Moody missed a kick since Week 7.[34]

Moody finished his rookie season converting 21-of-25 field goals and 60-of-61 extra points.[35] He was also named to the PFWA All-Rookie Team.[36] The 49ers finished atop the NFC West with a 12–5 record and earned a first-round bye in the playoffs as the #1-seed.[37] Moody missed a field goal early in the Divisional Round against the Green Bay Packers and during the NFC Championship Game against the Detroit Lions, but ultimately made a field goal later in both games that proved to be the difference.[38] During Super Bowl LVIII against the Kansas City Chiefs, Moody set the record for longest field goal made in a Super Bowl when he kicked a 55-yard field goal in the second quarter, which also provided the first three points of the game, but the record was broken just one quarter later when opposing kicker Harrison Butker made a 57-yard field goal.[39] Although Moody had an extra point attempt blocked in the fourth quarter, he made a 53-yard field goal to give the 49ers a three-point lead later in the quarter along with a 27-yard field goal in overtime to again give the 49ers the lead before the Chiefs scored a touchdown to win 25–22.[40]

2024 season

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Moody (right) with 49ers long snapper Taybor Pepper and holder Pat O'Donnell in 2024

During the season-opener against the New York Jets, Moody began his sophomore season by converting all six of his field goal attempts and converted both of his extra point attempts in the 32–19 victory.[41] With his six converted field goals, Moody tied the franchise record for most field goals converted in a single game.[42] He was named NFC Special Teams Player of the Week for his performance.[43] Moody completed his next seven of eight field goals over the next few weeks before missing Weeks 6 and 7 after suffering a high ankle sprain during a narrow Week 5 24–23 loss to the Cardinals.[44]

Moody returned in the Week 10 23–20 road victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but struggled as he only made three of six field goals yet made the game-winner.[45] Three weeks later against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday Night Football, Moody struggled as he was 1-for-3 on field goals in the 35–10 road loss.[46]

During Week 15 against the Rams on Thursday Night Football, Moody made both of his field goals, scoring all of San Francisco's points in the 12–6 loss.[47] In the next game against the Miami Dolphins, he made both of his extra points but was 1-of-2 on field goals during the 29–17 road loss.[48] The following week against the Lions on Monday Night Football, Moody missed both of his field goals (51, 58) along with an extra point in the 40–34 loss.[49] In the regular season finale against the Cardinals, he made all three of his extra point attempts but was 1-of-2 on field goals during the 47–24 road loss.[50]

Moody finished his second professional season converting 24-of-34 field goals and 32-of-33 extra points, a significant regression from the previous year.[51]

2025 season

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During the season-opening 17–13 road victory over the Seattle Seahawks, Moody made both of his extra points but was 1-of-3 on field goals, missing wide on an attempt from 27 yards and having a 36-yard attempt blocked.[52] As a result, Moody was waived two days later on September 9.[53][54][55]

Chicago Bears

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Moody in 2025

On September 12, 2025, Moody signed with the Chicago Bears' practice squad.[56]

On October 13, ahead of the Bears' Week 6 Monday Night Football matchup against the Washington Commanders, Moody was activated from the practice squad to replace injured starting kicker Cairo Santos.[57] Moody made four of his five field goal attempts and his lone extra point attempt, with the only miss being a blocked kick. His final attempt came from 38 yards as time expired to secure a narrow 25–24 road victory for the Bears.[58] Moody set a franchise record for the most successful field goals in a debut.[59] During Week 7 against the New Orleans Saints, Moody made all four of his field goal attempts and both of his extra point attempts in the 26–14 victory.[60]

Washington Commanders

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On November 18, 2025, the Washington Commanders signed Moody off the Bears' practice squad.[61]

Moody made his Commanders debut in Week 13 against the Denver Broncos on Sunday Night Football and finished the narrow 27–26 overtime loss converting both of his field goals and both of his extra points.[62]

NFL career statistics

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Legend
Led the league
Bold Career high

Regular season

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General Field goals PATs Kickoffs Points
Season Team GP FGM FGA FG% Blck Long XPM XPA XP% KO Avg TBs Pts
2023 SF 17 21 25 84.0 0 57 60 61 98.4 90 63.1 54 123
2024 SF 14 24 34 70.6 0 53 32 33 97.0 68 62.6 49 104
2025 SF 1 1 3 33.3 1 32 2 2 100.0 4 62.7 2 5
CHI 2 8 9 88.0 1 48 3 3 100.0 13 61.5 4 27
WAS 6 10 11 90.9 0 56 10 11 90.9 26 58.3 4 40
Career 40 64 82 78.0 2 57 107 110 97.3 201 62.2 113 299

Postseason

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General Field goals PATs Kickoffs Points
Season Team GP FGM FGA FG% Blck Long XPM XPA XP% KO Avg TBs Pts
2023 SF 3 6 8 75.0 1 55 8 9 88.9 18 64.6 16 26
Career 3 6 8 75.0 1 55 8 9 88.9 18 64.6 16 26

Highlights and awards

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49ers franchise records

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  • Longest successful kick by a rookie kicker: 57 yards[29]
  • Longest field goal converted in a Super Bowl: 55 yards[63]
  • Longest field goal converted in a postseason game: 55 yards
  • Most field goals converted in a single game: 6 (tied with Robbie Gould, Ray Wersching, and Jeff Wilkins)[64]

Bears franchise records

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  • Most successful field goals in a debut: 4[65]

Notes

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References

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Jake Moody is an placekicker for the Washington Commanders of the (). Born on November 23, 1999, in Commerce, , Moody attended before playing at the from 2018 to 2022. At , Moody appeared in 60 games, primarily as the while handling and extra-point duties in 40 contests as a five-year letterman. He finished his college career with a perfect 148-for-148 on extra points and 69-of-84 on field goals (82.1% success rate), establishing himself as the Wolverines' all-time leading scorer with 355 points and the single-season scoring leader with 147 points in 2022. Moody earned the offensive MVP award at the 2023 East-West Shrine Bowl before declaring for the NFL Draft following the 2022 season. Moody was selected by the in the third round (99th overall) of the , becoming only the second kicker drafted in the top 100 picks since 2016. He signed a four-year worth $5,304,082, including an $857,512 , and served as the 49ers' primary kicker for his first two-plus seasons. In 2023, Moody converted 29 of 33 attempts (87.9%) and all 39 extra points, including several game-winning kicks during the 49ers' run to . His performance dipped early in the 2025 season, however, as he missed two s in Week 1, leading to his release by on September 9, 2025. On September 13, 2025, Moody signed with the ' practice squad as a free agent, providing depth amid injuries and inconsistencies at the position. He was elevated for the ' Week 6 game against the on October 13, 2025, where he went 4-for-5 on —including a 38-yard game-winner as time expired—to secure a 24-21 victory and extend Chicago's winning streak to three games under first-year head coach Ben Johnson. The following week against the , Moody was perfect on four attempts, highlighted by a 39-yard make that helped extend the Bears' lead in a defensive battle. On November 17, 2025, Moody was signed by the off the ' . In three games during the 2025 season (as of November 18, 2025), Moody has converted 9 of 12 attempts (75.0%) and all 5 extra point attempts, for 32 points. Standing at 6 feet 1 inch and 210 pounds, Moody is noted for his strong leg and accuracy on long-range kicks.

Early life

Upbringing in Michigan

Jake Moody was born on November 23, 1999, in . His family maintained strong ties to the nearby Northville area, where he spent much of his early childhood immersed in local community activities and sports programs. Growing up in this suburban environment provided a supportive backdrop for his initial athletic pursuits, with his household emphasizing encouragement for physical activities without a strong emphasis on any single sport. From a young age, Moody participated in soccer, playing competitively until he was 11 years old. This early involvement helped develop his leg strength and coordination, though he eventually shifted focus away from the sport. In , he was introduced to football kicking through the Northville Stallions junior program, where he began practicing field goals and extra points as a novice participant in youth leagues. This marked his first structured exposure to , building on the foundational skills from soccer in a more specialized capacity. Moody also engaged in during his youth, serving as a and fielder in local programs. He regularly pitched with speeds in the low 80s and maintained a career of .300 across his early playing years. His family's general encouragement for athletics fostered a balanced approach to multiple sports, prioritizing enjoyment and skill-building over intense specialization at the pre-high school level. This diverse youth experience naturally progressed into organized , where his kicking talents continued to emerge.

High school career

Jake Moody attended in , where he developed as a multi-sport athlete, primarily focusing on football as a kicker while also competing in . He began specializing in kicking during his high school years, building on an early interest sparked in when he started practicing the skill recreationally. In football, Moody emerged as a standout kicker over his high school career, compiling impressive statistics that highlighted his accuracy and range. He successfully made 39 of 53 attempts, achieving a 73.6% success rate, with notable long-distance kicks including five field goals over 50 yards and a career-long of 58 yards. These performances contributed to Northville's competitive teams, where he handled kickoff and punting duties as well. Moody also excelled in for two years as a starter at third base and , demonstrating his athletic versatility before prioritizing football. His kicking prowess earned him recognition as one of the top recruits in his class, with high rankings from scouting services such as Kohl's Kicking Camp, which rated him among the elite national prospects. This acclaim drew early interest from major college programs, including the .

College career

Early years at Michigan (2018–2020)

Jake Moody, a standout kicker from in , committed to the on February 4, 2018, initially as a grayshirt without an immediate but later earning one in July after enrolling that summer. His high school performance, including field goals of 55, 57, and 58 yards as a senior and selection to the Dream Team, positioned him as the top kicker recruit in the state, securing his spot in Michigan's 2018 class. As a true in 2018, Moody appeared in all 13 games primarily as the , earning his first while adapting to college-level demands. He handled kickoffs throughout the season and took over placekicking duties in three games, notably setting a record with six field goals in a 31–20 win over on November 17, which accounted for 18 of Michigan's points. This debut highlighted his potential amid competition from incumbent kicker , though Moody's role remained focused on kickoffs to preserve his development. In his sophomore season of 2019, Moody continued as the primary across all 13 games, sharing responsibilities with Nordin in a ongoing competition for the starting role. He handled some extra points and attempted a handful of s, contributing to 's special teams unit while refining his technique under coaching pressure. As a junior in 2020, the shortened the Big Ten schedule to six games for , limiting opportunities but allowing Moody to appear in every contest, again focusing on kickoffs and select duties in two games. This abbreviated season provided valuable experience in conference play despite the disruptions. Throughout these early years, Moody maintained academic eligibility as a multi-year letterwinner, balancing rigorous with adjustments to the physical and mental rigors of Division I kicking, including longer distances and adverse weather conditions common in Big Ten competition. His consistent kickoff role in over 30 games across the three seasons built a foundation for greater responsibilities ahead, emphasizing reliability in touchbacks and coverage support.

Later years and achievements (2021–2022)

In his senior season of , Moody assumed the role of Michigan's primary , converting 23 of 25 attempts for a 92% success rate and making all 56 extra-point tries, which set a school single-season record for extra points. His performance included a longest field goal of 50 yards, contributing 125 points to the Wolverines' offense as they reached the semifinal. Moody's accuracy earned him the Bakken–Andersen Big Ten Kicker of the Year award and first-team All-Big Ten honors from the coaches, along with the as the nation's top collegiate kicker; he was the only FBS kicker that year to convert more than 20 field goals at 90% or better without missing an extra point. During his fifth-year graduate season in 2022, Moody elevated his output, making a school-record 29 of 35 field goals (82.9%)—including a career-long 59-yard attempt in the semifinal against TCU—and all 60 extra points for 147 points, establishing Michigan single-season records for field goals made, total points scored, and extra points converted. His kicks proved pivotal in key victories, such as a 35-yard game-winner with nine seconds left against to secure a 19-17 win and preserve Michigan's undefeated regular season, as well as five field goals (including a 54-yarder) in a 29-7 rout of rival Michigan State. Moody's reliability supported Michigan's Big Ten Championship triumph over Purdue and their undefeated regular season run to the , where he added three field goals in the semifinal loss to TCU. Moody's accolades in 2022 included a second Bakken–Andersen Big Ten Kicker of the Year honor and unanimous first-team All-Big Ten selection, along with a finalist nod. Over his college career, he appeared in 60 games, initially as the before expanding to full placekicking duties in his final two seasons, amassing school records for career field goals made (69) and total points scored (355).

Professional career

2023 season

The selected Jake Moody in the third round (99th overall) of the , making him the first kicker chosen that year. Moody's college accuracy records at , where he converted 82.1% of his attempts (69-of-84), served as the foundation for his draft position. He signed a four-year contract worth approximately $5.3 million, including a of $857,516. Moody entered training camp facing competition from veteran , whom the 49ers had acquired earlier in the offseason. Despite a shaky preseason that included two misses in his debut against the Raiders, Moody secured the starting role and became the Week 1 kicker. In the regular season, Moody appeared in all 17 games, converting 21 of 25 attempts (84%) and all but one of 61 extra point tries, with his longest kick measuring 57 yards against the in Week 2. His performance provided a strong debut, though he adapted to challenges such as variable wind conditions and heightened pressure on longer attempts. A highlight came in his NFL debut against the Steelers, where Moody nailed his first professional from 41 yards to contribute to a 30-7 victory. In the postseason, he played in the against the Lions, going 2-for-3 on field goals and 4-for-4 on extra points in a 34-31 win. Moody then appeared in versus the Chiefs, making three of four field goals—including a record-setting 55-yarder—but missing an extra point in a 25-22 loss.

2024 season

Entering the 2024 season as the established placekicker for the San Francisco 49ers following their run to Super Bowl LVIII, where his performance served as a building block for added confidence, Jake Moody aimed to build on his rookie experience with greater consistency under pressure. Moody appeared in 14 regular-season games, improving his overall output to 24-of-34 field goals made (70.6 percent) and 32-of-33 extra points (97.0 percent), highlighted by a 53-yard field goal against the Los Angeles Rams on December 12. His early-season form was particularly strong, converting 13 of 14 field goal attempts over the first five weeks, which included multiple kicks from beyond 40 yards and demonstrated progress in reducing misses on longer attempts compared to prior expectations. However, his accuracy waned later in the year, especially after returning from injury. A high right ankle suffered during the Week 5 loss to the on October 6 forced Moody to miss the subsequent three games (Weeks 6 through 8), prompting the 49ers to sign veteran Matthew Wright as a temporary replacement. Moody returned in Week 10 against the on November 10, gradually regaining his role amid ongoing minor ailments. Moody's contributions proved vital in divisional contests, such as his 53-yard make in the night matchup with the that helped keep the 49ers competitive in the , and a 51-yard in the against the Cardinals on January 5, 2025. These clutch efforts supported the team's push amid a challenging campaign that ended with a 6-11 record and no playoff berth, underscoring his role in maintaining scoring opportunities despite injury hurdles and performance inconsistencies.

2025 season

Entering the 2025 season, Jake Moody was retained by the as their placekicker following his previous campaigns with the team. However, his performance faltered in the Week 1 opener against the on , where he missed a 27-yard that doinked off the upright and had a 36-yard attempt blocked, going 1-for-3 overall in a 17-13 victory but drawing significant criticism from teammates and coaches. These misses prompted the 49ers to waive Moody on September 9, 2025, in a swift roster move to address the kicking instability. On September 12, 2025, Moody signed with the ' practice squad as an unrestricted free agent, amid concerns over starting kicker ' right thigh injury sustained in and early practices. The Bears elevated Moody from the practice squad beginning in Week 6, starting with the October 13 matchup against the , where Santos was ruled inactive due to the lingering quad issue. In his Bears debut, Moody sealed a 24-21 with a 38-yard game-winning as time expired, going 4-for-5 on field goals overall and marking a dramatic turnaround from his recent . The following week on October 19 against the , Moody was perfect on four attempts (4-for-4), highlighted by a 39-yard make that helped extend the Bears' lead in a 26-14 defensive battle. As of November 18, 2025, Moody had appeared in three games during the 2025 season (one with the 49ers and two with the Bears), converting 9 of 12 attempts (75.0 percent), including a longest of 48 yards, and perfect on 5 extra-point tries (5-for-5), accounting for 32 total points scored. His role emphasized consistency in pressure situations, with Moody adopting a "nice, neutral thought process" to manage high-stakes moments, as he described in post-game interviews following his debut heroics. This mental adjustment helped him contribute to the Bears' special teams stability during Santos' absences, though he remained in a rotational capacity until midseason. On November 17, 2025, the signed Moody off the Bears' after cutting their kicker , providing Moody an opportunity with his third team of the season. He has not yet appeared in a game for the Commanders as of November 18, 2025.

NFL career statistics

Regular season

Jake Moody's kicking statistics are detailed below, encompassing his performance from his year in 2023 through the 2025 season as of November 18, 2025. These figures focus on field goals, extra points, and total points scored, with data reflecting his time with the in 2023 and 2024, and his mid-season signing with the ' in 2025.
YearTeamGamesFG Made/AttFG%XP Made/AttXP%Total Points
2023SFO1721/2584.060/6198.4123
2024SFO1424/3470.632/3397.0104
2025CHI76/875.08/8100.026
Career-3851/6776.1100/10298.0253
Field goal percentages by distance for Moody's career show reliability in shorter ranges, though detailed breakdowns per season vary. His longest field goal is 57 yards, achieved in 2023. Following his Bears stint, Moody signed with the ' practice squad on November 17, 2025.

Postseason

Moody's postseason debut came during the 2023 with the , where he appeared in three games following a first-round bye. In the NFC Divisional Round against the on January 20, 2024, he converted 1 of 2 attempts, including a 52-yard make in the fourth quarter, while going 3-for-3 on extra points. In the versus the on January 28, 2024, Moody made 2 of 3 s, highlighted by a 43-yard conversion in the third quarter to narrow the score, and was perfect on 4 extra-point attempts despite an early shank. Moody's postseason culminated in against the on February 11, 2024, where he went 3-for-3 on s, setting a record at the time with a 55-yard make in the second quarter and adding a crucial 53-yard late in regulation to give the 49ers a temporary lead; however, he missed one of two extra-point attempts, with the block occurring after a fourth-quarter that proved pivotal in the 25-22 loss. The 49ers did not qualify for the 2024 playoffs, leaving Moody without additional postseason action that year. As of November 18, 2025, Moody has no postseason appearances in the 2025 season, as the regular season remains ongoing.
GameFGFG%XPXP%Points
NFC Divisional (vs. GB)1/250.03/3100.06
NFC Championship (vs. DET)2/366.74/4100.010
3/3100.01/250.010
Career Postseason6/875.08/988.926
Overall, Moody's 2023 postseason performance yielded 26 points across three high-stakes games, demonstrating reliability on long field goals (three makes from 50+ yards) amid the pressure of playoff environments.

Highlights and awards

Professional honors

In 2023, Moody earned recognition as a standout kicker, being selected to the (PFWA) All-Rookie Team for his contributions to the ' special teams unit. During the 2024 season, Moody received the NFC Special Teams Player of the Week award for Week 1 after converting all six of his attempts, including two from beyond 50 yards, in the 49ers' 32-19 victory over the . This performance marked his first such weekly honor and highlighted his accuracy under pressure early in the campaign. Moody also participated in Super Bowl LVIII as a member of the 49ers, where he successfully made field goals of 55 and 53 yards, though the team fell short against the . As of November 18, 2025, Moody has not received additional major individual NFL honors in the 2025 season following his release from the and signing with the ' practice squad. He was later signed off the Bears' practice squad by the on November 17, 2025. During his time with the Bears, he contributed a game-winning 38-yard in his debut elevation from the practice squad during Week 6 against the .

Franchise records

During his time with the San Francisco 49ers from 2023 to 2025, Jake Moody established and tied several franchise records as a kicker, primarily in his year and early in his second season. These achievements highlight his accuracy and range, contributing to the team's offensive scoring efforts. In the 2023 season, Moody set the 49ers' record for most points scored by a kicker with 123 points, achieved through 21 s and 60 extra points across 17 games. This surpassed the previous mark of 105 points held by in 1994. Additionally, in Week 2 against the , Moody connected on a 57-yard that proved to be the game-winner in a 30–23 victory; this marked the longest made by a kicker in franchise history and the second-longest overall, behind only ' 63-yarder from 2012. Moody tied another franchise milestone in Week 1 of the 2024 season, making six field goals in a 32–19 win over the . This performance matched the single-game record previously shared by (2004), (1998), and (1983). All six attempts were successful from distances of 23, 31, 42, 46, 51, and 53 yards, earning him NFC Special Teams Player of the Week honors. No further franchise records were set by Moody during the remainder of the 2024 season or his limited appearance with the 49ers in 2025 before his release.

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  25. https://www.freep.com/story/sports/college/university-michigan/wolverines/2022/11/20/michigan-footballs-jake-moody-cements-legacy/69664310007/
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  27. https://www.maizenbrew.com/football/2022/11/29/23484393/big-ten-awards-mike-morris-wins-dl-of-the-year-jake-moody-kicker-of-the-year
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  36. https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/football/news/49ers-jake-moody-overcomes-early-shank/
  37. https://www.nfl.com/videos/moody-s-perfect-53-yard-fg-puts-sf-on-top-19-16-with-1-53-in-regulation
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  56. https://www.espn.com/nfl/game/_/gameId/401547380/lions-49ers
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  58. https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/jake-moody-blocked-extra-point-49ers-super-bowl-58/e8a3f0a5fa212d4b42354873
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  64. https://www.nfl.com/news/caleb-williams-bears-get-last-second-win-in-washington-this-time-around-a-win-like-that-is-big-for-us
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