The San Francisco 49ers are facing uncertainty regarding their kicker, Jake Moody, as he has struggled significantly in the second half of the season. Drafted in the third round last year, Moody was expected to solidify the kicking position for the long term, but recent performances have raised concerns about his future with the team.

Moody's inconsistency is highlighted by his missed field goals, including six in the last seven games. Coach Kyle Shanahan remains supportive, attributing some of Moody's difficulties to a high ankle sprain sustained earlier in the season. Shanahan expressed confidence in Moody's abilities, stating that he believes Moody can still be the team's kicker moving forward.

Despite a strong start to the season, where he made six field goals in the opener and 13 of 14 attempts prior to his injury, Moody's performance has declined since returning. He missed several crucial kicks in recent games, which has led to speculation about whether the 49ers will seek competition for the kicker position in the offseason.

Moody himself acknowledged his struggles this year but emphasized his commitment to consistency and not letting past performances affect his confidence. He had a promising rookie season, making 21 of 25 field goals, but missed key kicks in critical games, including the playoffs and the Super Bowl.

In addition to the kicking situation, the 49ers are dealing with injuries to key players, including left tackle Trent Williams, who has been placed on injured reserve, and linebacker Dre Greenlaw, who will be sidelined for the remainder of the season. The team has also made moves to bolster their offensive line by signing two players this week.