Kicking Up a Salary: How Much Does the Dallas Cowboys Kicker REALLY Make?
Ah, the life of an NFL kicker. It's a high-pressure gig. You spend most of the game chilling on the sidelines, but when your number's called, three points – heck, the entire game – hinge on your right (or left) foot. But hey, if you can nail those clutch field goals, that translates to serious cash, right? So, how much loot are the Dallas Cowboys slinging at their kicker these days? Let's find out, shall we?
From Soccer Star to Gridiron Gold: The Rise of Brandon Aubrey
Hold your horses (or should we say, hold your kicking tees?). The Dallas Cowboys actually have a brand new kicker in town this year, folks. That's right, we're talking about rookie phenom Brandon Aubrey. This dude's journey to the NFL is pretty darn interesting. Believe it or not, Aubrey wasn't kicking pigskins in college. He was actually a soccer star! Drafted by Toronto FC in the MLS, Aubrey left the world of cleats and shin guards for the world of shoulder pads and helmets. Let's just say his gamble paid off.
So, How Much is This Soccer-Turned-Football Kicker Making?
Alright, alright, enough with the backstory. We all wanna know the real kicker (pun intended) – how much is this guy making? Well, buckle up for some eye-watering numbers (well, maybe not eye-watering compared to Dak Prescott's contract, but still pretty sweet). Aubrey signed a contract with the Cowboys for a reported average annual salary of $898,333. Not bad for a rookie, right? That's almost a million bucks a year to kick a ball through some poles!
Is He Worth It? Only Time (and His Feet) Will Tell
Now, here's the thing. Aubrey might be a soccer whiz, but can he translate those skills to the pressure cooker of the NFL? That, my friends, is the million-dollar question (well, technically the $898,333 question). Training camp is underway, and all eyes will be on Aubrey to see if his kicking leg is golden or...well, not so golden. One thing's for sure, if he can consistently knock down those field goals, he'll be worth every penny (or should we say, every dime) to the Dallas Cowboys.
Bonus Round: Kicker Salaries – Million Dollar Legs or Minimum Wage McGregors?
So, Aubrey's salary is pretty darn good, but how does it compare to other NFL kickers? Well, let's just say there's a wide range. You've got your superstars like Justin Tucker raking in the big bucks (we're talking cool six figures a year!), while some rookies are starting out on the league minimum. It all depends on experience, accuracy, and that little thing called clutch performance.
There you have it, folks! The not-so-secret life (and salary) of an NFL kicker. Here's to hoping Aubrey puts his kicking skills to good use and helps the Dallas Cowboys put some more points on the board...and some extra cash in his pocket!
