If any specialist wants to stick in the NFL, there’s one trait that rises above all the others. Consistency. An inconsistent kicker, punter, or snapper is an unemployed kicker, punter, or snapper. For other positions, there might be more leeway. A fast receiver who makes plays can drop a couple passes. A ball-hawking cornerback can be forgiven if he doesn’t tackle like a linebacker. And with how hard it is to find a decent quarterback, anyone who shows glimpses of promise will get to hang around for awhile.
Not so when you’re a punter. Without consistency, there’s no trust.