49ers, kicker Piñeiro agree to contract extension

The deal keeps the reliable kicker in San Francisco for the long term.

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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The San Francisco 49ers have signed kicker Eddy Piñeiro to a contract extension, keeping the reliable special teams player with the team for the foreseeable future. Piñeiro has been a consistent performer for the 49ers since joining the team in 2023.

Why it matters

Kickers are often overlooked, but they play a crucial role in the success of an NFL team. Piñeiro's consistent performance has been an asset for the 49ers, and locking him up long-term provides stability and continuity for the team's special teams unit.

The details

The 49ers and Piñeiro agreed to a 4-year contract extension worth $16 million, with $10 million guaranteed. Piñeiro has been the 49ers' primary kicker since 2023, converting 87% of his field goal attempts and 98% of his extra point tries over that span.

  • Piñeiro joined the 49ers in 2023.

The players

Eddy Piñeiro

The 49ers' starting kicker since 2023, known for his consistent and reliable performance.

San Francisco 49ers

The NFL team that Piñeiro has played for since 2023 and has now signed him to a contract extension.

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What they’re saying

“Eddy has been a valuable member of our team, and we're thrilled to keep him in San Francisco for the long term.”

— John Lynch, 49ers General Manager (wn.com)

The takeaway

The 49ers' decision to extend Piñeiro's contract demonstrates the team's commitment to maintaining a strong special teams unit, which is often overlooked but can make a significant difference in close games.