# 49ers may replace Eddy Piñiero

> 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan says they might replace kicker Eddy Piñiero after missed kicks.
- Title: 49ers may replace Eddy Piñiero · NBC Sports | Shortify
- Summary: 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan says they might replace kicker Eddy Piñiero after missed kicks. 49ers could replace kicker Eddy Piñiero after he missed four extra…
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- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/49ers-could-be-looking-for-an-eddy-piniero-replacement
- Published: 2026-10-26T17:55:52.413+00:00
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- Topics: 49ers, eddy piniero, kicker, nfl, kyle shanahan, extra point, sports
## 49ers enter bye week
49ers could be looking for an Eddy Piñiero replacement as they enter bye week.
## Piñiero missed extra point
Piñiero missed another extra point in Sunday's loss to the Falcons.
## Piñiero's missed kicks
Through seven games, Piñiero has missed four extra points and three field goals.
## Shanahan on replacements
Shanahan said he hasn't talked to anyone about replacements during bye week.
## Shanahan on Piñiero
Shanahan said Piñiero knows he must make kicks but has no teaching to do.
## Game impact
One missed kick left 49ers with 26-20 deficit and two-score game.
## Key takeaway

49ers could replace kicker Eddy Piñiero after he missed four extra points and three field goals in seven games.