The Atlanta Falcons are officially in search mode for a kicker after Younghoe Koo's 44-yard field goal miss in the closing seconds of a 23-20 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday. Coach Raheem Morris announced that the team will begin working out veteran and young kickers, with tryouts potentially starting as early as Tuesday.

Morris emphasized that this does not necessarily mean Koo will lose his job, but rather that the Falcons are initiating a process to bring in competition. "We always create those competitive moments and find people whether it be workouts or whatever the case may be," Morris said. "There's no secret around here how we go about our business. There'll always be a highly competitive atmosphere."

Koo, who made two field goals on Sunday, has been struggling with accuracy. He missed nine field goals last year, making just 73.5%, his worst percentage since becoming a full-time kicker with Atlanta in 2019. Among kickers with 20 or more field goal attempts since the start of 2024, Koo ranks No. 29 out of 31 in field goal percentage (73%).

After the game, Koo was visibly emotional. "Every point really matters in this league, and we've been in this situation so many times," Koo said. "The frustration just came out of disappointment in myself, knowing that I'm better than that. And on top of that, letting the guys down."

The Falcons previously brought in German-born kicker Lenny Krieg to compete with Koo during the spring and training camp. Although Krieg has a powerful leg, Koo was more consistent in the preseason and camp, securing the job. Now, Koo might face competition again, with Krieg on the practice squad and potentially getting another look.

Morris indicated that the team will evaluate both veterans and young kickers. "We're going to go look at some veterans, as well as some young up-and-comers, and we have one in our building that we talked about," Morris said.