Younghoe Koo has been the face of reliability for the Atlanta Falcons ‘ special teams since 2019. A Pro Bowl selection in 2020, Koo’s leg was a beacon of consistency in a franchise often searching for stability. But the 2024 season marked a downturn; he converted only 25 of 34 field goal attempts, a 73.5% success rate that fell below his usual standards. Adding to Raheem Morris’ concern, a right hip injury in December 2024 led to a stint on injured reserve, further disrupting his rhythm.

The 2025 season began with a critical miss. In Week 1 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers , the South Korean kicker had a chance to tie the game late but missed a 44-yard field goal. Despite making two earlier kicks, that miss loomed large. The Falcons’ coaching staff, led by the head coach, couldn’

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