In a dazzling display of skill and precision, the Dallas Cowboys‘ rookie kicker, Brandon Aubrey, etched his name in NFL history with a record-breaking performance against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday night.
Aubrey, a 28-year-old Dallas native and former Major League Soccer prospect, extended his NFL record for consecutive field goals to start a career by hitting an impressive 60-yard field goal, giving the Cowboys an early 10-0 lead late in the first quarter. This remarkable feat marked Aubrey’s 28th consecutive successful field goal attempt, solidifying his status as a rising star in the league.
Not content with just one record-breaking kick, Aubrey continued to showcase his exceptional talent by becoming the first NFL kicker to achieve two field goals from at least 59 yards in the same game. The 59-yarder, in the third quarter, not only extended the Cowboys’ lead to 27-13 but also propelled Aubrey past Greg Zuerlein and Harrison Butker, who each had a pair of kicks from at least 58 yards in the same game.
These two kicks stand as Aubrey’s longest in his burgeoning career, adding to his impressive collection of seven field goals from distances exceeding 50 yards. The rookie kicker’s journey to the NFL wasn’t without challenges, as he earned his chance with the Cowboys after the team moved on from Brett Maher, who struggled in a playoff victory at Tampa Bay last season.
Aubrey’s incredible success comes after a humble beginning, as he missed his first-ever NFL kick on a PAT in the season opener against the New York Giants. However, the resilient rookie rebounded, going on to make an astonishing 49 consecutive extra points and field goals before the streak was broken with a missed extra point at Carolina on Nov. 19.
With this extraordinary performance, Brandon Aubrey has not only established himself as a reliable force for the Cowboys but has also carved out a place in NFL history with his record-breaking achievements. As the Cowboys continue their playoff push, Aubrey’s kicking prowess will undoubtedly be a key factor in their quest for success.