# Baltimore Ravens kicker competition

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/baltimore-ravens-kicker-competition
> Updated: 2026-09-07T17:30:39.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 3.

Following inconsistent preseason performances by second-year kicker Tyler Loop, the Baltimore Ravens have begun evaluating their kicking situation. Loop converted only five of eight field goal attempts during a preseason game against the Washington Commanders.

In response to these struggles, head coach Jesse Minter indicated the team would seek new competition to ensure the best possible setup for the regular season. The Ravens subsequently signed veteran kicker Jake Moody to their practice squad to provide that competition. Moody brings experience from previous stints with the San Francisco 49ers, Chicago Bears, and Washington Commanders.

As the team prepares for Week 1 against Indianapolis, Minter indicated that Loop is expected to start. The head coach noted that the addition of Moody has pushed Loop to perform better, stating that Loop “has not missed a kick since Moody joined the team.” While the organization remains focused on performance, the kicking role remains subject to change based on execution in high-pressure situations.

## Claims

- The Baltimore Ravens signed kicker Jake Moody to their practice squad. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The signing is intended to create competition for second-year kicker Tyler Loop. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Jake Moody was previously released by the Washington Commanders. (single source)
- Tyler Loop converted five of eight field goal attempts during the preseason. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-07: Baltimore Ravens expect Tyler Loop to start as kicker in Week 1

Baltimore Ravens head coach Jesse Minter expects Tyler Loop to start as kicker in Week 1, despite recent competition from practice squad addition Jake Moody.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/baltimore-ravens-expect-tyler-loop-to-start-as-kicker-in-week-1

### 2026-08-31: Baltimore Ravens sign kicker Jake Moody to practice squad

The Baltimore Ravens signed veteran kicker Jake Moody to their practice squad to compete with second-year kicker Tyler Loop following Loop's inconsistent preseason performance.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/baltimore-ravens-sign-kicker-jake-moody-to-practice-squad

### 2026-08-29: Baltimore Ravens consider kicker competition after Tyler Loop struggles

Baltimore Ravens head coach Jesse Minter has not ruled out adding competition for kicker Tyler Loop following inconsistent preseason performances and missed field goals.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/baltimore-ravens-consider-kicker-competition-after-tyler-loop-struggles

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