Eddy Pineiro has still only missed one kick since signing with the 49ers, and he received recognition for his consistency on Thursday.
Pineiro has yet to miss a field goal in his time with San Francisco,
going 17 for 17, with his sole failure coming on his opening extra point for the team back in Week 2.
He went 10-for-10 on field goals in October and was also perfect on his six extra points, the highlight of his superb performances this month being a 59-yarder in the overtime win over the Los Angeles Rams in Week 5.
And Pineiro’s reliability has seen him named NFC Special Teams Player of the Month for October.
Pineiro is the first 49ers kicker to win the award since Robbie Gould did so in December 2019—the last 49er to win the award before Pineiro was punter Mitch Wishnowsky back in September 2022.
Pineiro has proven an inspired signing for San Francisco, fixing what was a huge issue for them amid former third-round pick Jake Moody’s struggles.
He is seemingly a very popular player in the locker room, and his dependability has removed a headache for Kyle Shanahan in a season in which he has plenty of them.
With the injuries the 49ers have suffered on offense, particularly at the wide receiver position, having a kicker who can consistently ensure drives at least end in points has been invaluable for San Francisco. Pineiro figures to have a key role to play as the 49ers look to make a successful playoff push.
