K Ramiz Ahmed
Pineiro doesn’t have to go up against a dozen kickers, but he will need to beat out one. Ramiz Ahmed, signed earlier this offseason to push Pineiro, last kicked in college at Nevada in 2018 where he went 15/20 on field goals. Like Pineiro, his one area of concern is 50+ yard field goals, only converting 25% of them (1-of-4) during his final collegiate season.
Under normal circumstances, Ahmed would have a decent shot at unseating Pineiro during training camp and in the preseason. But with no preseason games slated for 2020 due to the pandemic, Pineiro has a clear advantage, barring any injuries. Ahmed will still get his chance, but it will be quite the upset should he win the competition.
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