Dallas Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey has agreed to a four-year, $24 million contract extension that makes him the highest-paid kicker in NFL history, team officials confirmed Tuesday. The deal, which includes $16 million guaranteed, surpasses the previous record held by Justin Tucker of the Baltimore Ravens and underscores Dallas’ commitment to one of the league’s most reliable special teams weapons.
Aubrey, who joined the Cowboys as an undrafted free agent in 2023 after a professional soccer career, has quickly established himself as one of the most accurate kickers in the league. In his first two seasons, he converted 89.4% of his field goal attempts (42 of 47) and was perfect on extra points (69 of 69), earning Pro Bowl honors in 2023 and first-team All-Pro recognition in 2024.
The extension keeps Aubrey in Dallas through the 2028 season, with an average annual value of $6 million — a figure that reflects both his on-field production and the growing market value for elite kickers in today’s NFL. According to verified contract data from the NFL Players Association, the previous high-water mark for a kicker was Tucker’s four-year, $20.8 million extension signed in 2022, which averaged $5.2 million per year.
“Brandon has been extraordinary for us since day one,” said Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones in a statement released by the team. “His consistency, work ethic, and ability to deliver in high-pressure moments have made him indispensable. This contract reflects not just what he’s done, but what we believe he’ll continue to do for this franchise.”
Aubrey’s journey to NFL stardom is unconventional. After playing soccer at Notre Dame and briefly in Major League Soccer with Toronto FC, he transitioned to football in 2022, kicking for the Birmingham Stallions of the United States Football League (USFL), where he was named league MVP and special teams player of the year. His success there led to a tryout with the Cowboys, who signed him ahead of the 2023 season.
In his rookie year, Aubrey made 30 of 35 field goal attempts (85.7%), including a franchise-record 59-yarder against the New York Giants. He followed that up in 2024 with a career-best 92.3% field goal conversion rate (12 of 13), including four kicks of 50 yards or longer. His touchback rate on kickoffs — 78.3% in 2024 — likewise ranked among the top five in the league, helping Dallas consistently gain field position advantages.
The Cowboys’ special teams unit has been a cornerstone of their recent success, ranking in the top 10 in NFL special teams efficiency according to Football Outsiders’ DVOA metrics in both 2023 and 2024. Aubrey’s reliability has allowed Dallas to win close games, with six of his field goals in 2024 coming in the fourth quarter or overtime, including three game-winners.
His contract extension comes at a pivotal time for the franchise. With quarterback Dak Prescott entering the final year of his deal and star receiver CeeDee Lamb eligible for extension after the 2025 season, securing Aubrey long-term provides stability in a phase of roster transition. The Cowboys finished 12-5 in 2024 and earned a wild-card playoff berth, losing to the Detroit Lions in the first round.
Looking ahead, Aubrey will report to Cowboys training camp at the team’s facility in Frisco, Texas, in late July, with the preseason opener scheduled for August 2 against the Las Vegas Raiders at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. The regular season is set to begin September 8 at home against the Cleveland Browns, with kickoff scheduled for 1:00 p.m. CT (18:00 UTC).
For a player who didn’t kick a football in a organized game until age 26, Aubrey’s rise has been nothing short of remarkable. His story resonates beyond the locker room — it’s a testament to adaptability, perseverance, and the value of trusting a process that few saw coming. Now, as the highest-paid kicker in NFL history, he’s not just redefining his own career trajectory; he’s reshaping how teams view the kicking position in an era where special teams can decide championships.
As the NFL continues to evolve, with rule changes placing even greater emphasis on kickoff and field goal execution, players like Aubrey are becoming increasingly vital. His extension signals that Dallas recognizes that value — and is willing to pay for it.
What’s next for Aubrey and the Cowboys? The focus now shifts to offseason workouts and minicamp, where the kicking game will be fine-tuned ahead of training camp. Fans can follow updates through the team’s official website and social channels, with the next major checkpoint being the start of training camp on July 23.
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