Career Timeline of Justin Tucker: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Justin Tucker built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Justin Tucker is a professional American football kicker for the Baltimore Ravens. Undrafted in 2012, he's played 13 seasons with the team and is widely considered among the greatest kickers in NFL history. Tucker holds the NFL record for the longest field goal (66 yards) and the highest career field goal percentage (89.1%). A seven-time Pro Bowler and five-time first-team All-Pro, he won Super Bowl XLVII with the Ravens.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2008: Played in U.S. Army All-American Bowl

In 2008, Tucker played in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl.

2011: Game-Winning Field Goal Against Texas A&M

In 2011, Justin Tucker kicked the game-winning field goal as time expired against Texas A&M University, securing a 27–25 victory for Texas.

2012: Signed with the Baltimore Ravens

In 2012, Justin Tucker signed with the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted free agent and spent 13 seasons with the team.

2012: Signed with Baltimore Ravens as Undrafted Free Agent

In 2012, after going undrafted in the NFL draft, Justin Tucker signed as an undrafted free agent with the Baltimore Ravens on May 29. He was named the starter after his preseason performance.

January 12, 2013: Game-Winning Field Goal Against Denver Broncos

On January 12, 2013, Justin Tucker kicked a 47-yard field goal in double overtime against the Denver Broncos, winning the game 38–35, sending the Ravens to the AFC Championship Game.

2013: Tied Franchise Record with Six Field Goals and Set NFL Record

In 2013, Justin Tucker tied a franchise record with six field goals and set an NFL record for longest field goal in a domed stadium, earning his first Pro Bowl selection and All-Pro honors.

2013: First Pro Bowl Since 2013

In 2016, as a result of his successful season, Justin Tucker was named to his second Pro Bowl, his first since 2013.

2013: Domed Stadium Record

In 2021, during a game against the Lions, Justin Tucker had a performance reminiscent of his 2013 performance in the same stadium.

2015: Tucker becomes pitchman for Royal Farms

In 2015, Justin Tucker began working as a pitchman in television commercials for Royal Farms, a local convenience store chain. Royal Farms later stated they would be "closely monitoring" accusations against Tucker.

2015: Mixed Season with Game-Winning Kicks and Missed Attempts

In 2015, Justin Tucker experienced a statistically challenging year, missing seven field goals but also delivering game-tying and game-winning kicks in multiple games. He was named AFC Special Teams Player of the Week twice and converted 29 extra point attempts and 33 of 40 field goal attempts during the season.

2015: Royal Farms Commercials and Charity Concert

In 2015, Justin Tucker was contracted by Royal Farms to sing for commercials and performed "Ave Maria" for a Catholic Charities benefit concert.

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February 26, 2016: Ravens Placed Franchise Tag on Tucker

On February 26, 2016, the Ravens placed the franchise tag on Justin Tucker.

March 4, 2016: Tucker Signed Franchise Tender

On March 4, 2016, Justin Tucker signed the franchise tender with the Ravens, for $4.5 million.

July 15, 2016: Signed Four-Year Extension

On July 15, 2016, Tucker signed a four-year, $16.8 million extension with the Ravens.

2016: Best Statistical Season

In 2016, Justin Tucker had his best statistical season, leading the league with 38 field goals made, earning his second Pro Bowl selection and First-team All-Pro honors.

2017: Continued Success and All-Pro Selection

In 2017, Justin Tucker completed 34 of 37 field goals and was perfect on extra points, earning second-team All-Pro honors.

January 6, 2019: First Career Postseason Miss

During the Wild Card Round on January 6, 2019, Justin Tucker missed a 50-yard field goal against the Los Angeles Chargers, marking his first career postseason miss.

April 24, 2019: Signed Contract Extension

On April 24, 2019, Justin Tucker signed a four-year, $23.05 million contract extension with the Baltimore Ravens.

2019: Continued Success and Pro Bowl Selection

In 2019, Justin Tucker led the NFL in extra point attempts and makes and was named to his third career pro-bowl and was First-team All-Pro.

2020: Game-Winning Field Goal Against Browns and Pro Bowl Selection

In 2020, Justin Tucker kicked a game-winning 55-yard field goal against the Browns and was named to his fourth career Pro Bowl.

2021: NFL Record 66-Yard Field Goal

In 2021, during a game against the Lions, Justin Tucker kicked an NFL record 66-yard game winning field goal as time expired. He led the NFL among qualified kickers in field goal percentage.

August 8, 2022: Signed Four-Year Extension

On August 8, 2022, Justin Tucker signed a four-year extension with the Ravens worth $24 million, becoming the highest-paid kicker in the league.

2022: Fifth Pro Bowl and All-Pro Selection

In 2022, Justin Tucker was selected to his fifth Pro Bowl and named as a first team All-Pro for the fifth time.

2022: First game-winning field goal since 2022

In Week 5 of the 2024 season, Justin Tucker had his first game-winning field goal since the 2022 season.

2022: Led NFL in Field Goals

In the 2022 season, Justin Tucker led the NFL in field goals attempted and made and was named to his sixth career Pro-Bowl.

2023: Fifth Straight Pro Bowl Selection

In 2023, despite having a down year, Justin Tucker was named to his fifth straight (and seventh overall) Pro Bowl.

2023: Contract Through 2023

On April 24, 2019, Justin Tucker signed a four-year contract extension, keeping him under contract through the 2023 season.

2024: Struggles and Game-Winning Field Goal

In 2024, Justin Tucker experienced struggles, including missed field goals, but secured a game-winning field goal against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 5.