Cam Little, a former soccer player who nearly quit football early in his career, set the NFL record for the longest field goal at 68 yards during the 2025 season, after being drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars. His journey from skepticism to record-breaking success highlights his perseverance and the impact of coaching, culminating in a historic moment that has placed him in the NFL Hall of Fame.
Jaguars kicker Cam Little set the NFL record with a 68-yard field goal, highlighting his confidence and skill, in a game that featured a high-scoring fourth quarter and a narrow win for Jacksonville.
Chase McLaughlin made the longest outdoor field goal in NFL history at 65 yards, placing him among the top long-range kickers, while Baker Mayfield and others contributed to a game where the Buccaneers showcased big plays but ultimately lost to the Eagles, highlighting notable performances and franchise records.
NFL kickers are now routinely making 63- and even 70-yard field goals, with Brandon Aubrey and Joey Slye hitting 64- and 63-yard kicks respectively, indicating that the record for the longest field goal is likely to be broken soon as kickers' range continues to expand in the modern NFL.
Cam Little kicked a 70-yard field goal, surpassing the NCAA record of 69 yards and setting the longest field goal ever in any football game at any level, although it doesn't count as an official NFL record.
Jaguars kicker Cam Little made a historic 70-yard field goal in a preseason game, surpassing the NFL record for the longest kick, though it doesn't count officially. The kick highlights Little's strong leg and potential impact for the season, with comparisons to other long-range kickers like Justin Tucker and Brandon Aubrey.
