49ers Sign Kicker Eddy Pineiro to 4-Year, $17M Extension

The deal comes after Pineiro significantly improved the team's placekicking position.

Published on Mar. 7, 2026

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The San Francisco 49ers have agreed to a four-year, $17 million contract extension with kicker Eddy Pineiro, according to a source. Pineiro has been a standout performer for the 49ers, helping to solidify their previously troubled placekicker position.

Why it matters

The 49ers have struggled with consistency at the kicker position in recent years, so locking up Pineiro on a long-term deal is seen as an important move to provide stability and reliability at a key special teams position.

The details

Pineiro, 26, was originally signed by the 49ers in 2021 after spending his first two NFL seasons with the Oakland Raiders and Chicago Bears. In his three seasons with the 49ers, he has converted 87.5% of his field goal attempts and 97.2% of his extra point tries, establishing himself as one of the more accurate kickers in the league.

  • The 49ers agreed to the four-year, $17 million extension with Pineiro on March 7, 2026.

The players

Eddy Pineiro

A 26-year-old kicker who has spent the last three seasons with the San Francisco 49ers, establishing himself as one of the more accurate kickers in the NFL.

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What they’re saying

“Eddy has been a huge asset for us and we're thrilled to have him locked up long-term.”

— John Lynch, 49ers General Manager (San Francisco Chronicle)

What’s next

The 49ers will look to build on Pineiro's strong performance as they prepare for the upcoming 2026 NFL season.

The takeaway

The 49ers' decision to extend Pineiro's contract reflects the team's commitment to maintaining a reliable and consistent kicking game, which has been a crucial component of their recent success.