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Bucs Kicker Ties Second-Longest Field Goal in NFL History
28 Sep, 2025
Summary
- McLaughlin's 65-yard field goal ties Dallas Cowboys' Brandon Aubrey's record
- Baltimore Ravens' Justin Tucker holds the NFL record with a 66-yard field goal
- Several players have scored 63-yard and 62-yard field goals in recent years
On September 29th, 2025, Tampa Bay Buccaneers kicker McLaughlin made NFL history by scoring a 65-yard field goal, tying the second-longest field goal in league history. This remarkable achievement matches the record set by Dallas Cowboys' Brandon Aubrey, who also scored a 65-yard field goal in 2024.
The longest field goal in NFL history remains Justin Tucker's 66-yard kick for the Baltimore Ravens in 2021. Several other players have managed to score field goals from 63 yards out in recent years, including Joey Slye of the New England Patriots, Brett Maher of the Dallas Cowboys, and Graham Gano of the Carolina Panthers.
In addition, players like Matt Prater, Harrison Butker, and Stephen Gostkowski have all scored 62-yard field goals in the past few seasons. The Buccaneers' own Matt Bryant also achieved this feat. With kickers continuously pushing the boundaries of what's possible, the NFL record books continue to be rewritten, showcasing the incredible skill and power of these athletes.
