Eagles' Kicker Jake Elliott: A Mixed Bag of Hits and Misses

A Season of Ups and Downs

Jake Elliott, the Eagles' kicker, has experienced a season of highs and lows. He started off strong, nailing his first six kicks, including some long ones from beyond 50 yards. However, his recent performance has been a struggle, with only 11 out of 18 kicks going in.

His accuracy rate has dropped to a career low of 70.8%, and this is the second year in a row he's been below 80%.

Recent Struggles

In a recent game against the Washington Commanders, Elliott missed two kicks:

• A 43-yard attempt
• A 52-yard attempt (after a penalty gave him a second chance)

Coach Nick Sirianni decided not to send Elliott out for a 55-yard attempt later in the game, opting for a different strategy.

Coach's Confidence

Sirianni has been vocal about his confidence in Elliott. He believes in the kicker's process and mental toughness.

"I have a ton of confidence in Jake. He'll rebound from whatever setbacks he has had."

The coach also emphasized the importance of support and appreciation, especially during tough times.

Elliott's Perspective

Elliott understands the pressure of his role.

"It's a production-based business. You see it all the time. So that's out of my hands. That's out of my control. All I can do is kind of put my head down and keep pushing."

Resilience and Hope

Despite the recent struggles, Elliott has had some impressive moments. Last season, he went 10 for 11 in the playoffs, including a crucial 50-yarder in the Super Bowl.

Sirianni highlighted Elliott's resilience, mentioning his ability to rise from tough situations.

The Eagles aren't looking for a new kicker, which is a vote of confidence for Elliott. But the question remains: can he bounce back and regain his form? Only time will tell.