The Washington Commanders, not for the first time, have a kicking problem.
Matt Gay was supposed to be the answer. The veteran was acquired this offseason after being released by the Indianapolis Colts. Washington also gave him the most guaranteed kicker money on a one-year deal in NFL history to seal the transaction with other teams lurking.
That doesn't look like a good investment right now. Gay has been nothing short of erratic to start the campaign. His misses from beyond 50 yards over the opening two weeks followed his career trend. However, his wayward effort from 37 yards early in Washington's game against the Las Vegas Raiders represented a much graver issue.