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 highly regarded American football placekicker for the Baltimore Ravens. Undrafted in 2012, he quickly became known for his exceptional accuracy and leg strength. He 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, Tucker played college football at the University of Texas and won Super Bowl XLVII with the Ravens. He is widely considered one of the greatest kickers in NFL history.

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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 the University of Texas.

2012: Signing with the Baltimore Ravens

In 2012, Justin Tucker signed with the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted free agent, beginning his NFL career.

2012: Signed as Undrafted Free Agent with Ravens

In 2012, after going undrafted in the NFL Draft, Justin Tucker signed as an undrafted free agent with the Baltimore Ravens on May 29 and was later named the team's starter after a successful preseason.

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

On January 12, 2013, during the Divisional Round game against the Denver Broncos, Justin Tucker kicked a 47-yard field goal in double overtime to secure a 38–35 victory.

2013: Record-Tying Six Field Goals and Game-Winning 61-Yard Field Goal

In 2013, Justin Tucker tied a franchise record with six field goals, including a game-winning 61-yard field goal against the Detroit Lions on December 16. He also became the first kicker in NFL history to kick a field goal in the 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, and 60s in the same game.

2013: Second Pro Bowl

In 2013, Justin Tucker was named to his second Pro Bowl.

2013: Performance reminiscent of 2013

In 2021, Justin Tucker kicked an NFL record 66-yard game-winning field goal. He finished the game with a performance reminiscent of his 2013 one in the same stadium

2015: Game-Winning Field Goals Against Steelers

In 2015, Justin Tucker kicked the game-tying and game-winning field goals against the Steelers in Week 4. Despite what was statistically his worst year, he was named AFC Special Teams Player of the Week for his performance against Pittsburgh.

2015: Royal Farms Commercials

In 2015, Justin Tucker was contracted by Royal Farms to sing for its line of commercials, showcasing his classically trained bass-baritone voice. That year, Tucker sang "Ave Maria" for a Catholic Charities benefit concert with the Concert Artists of Baltimore. His opera talents also led Tucker through to the finals of the Most Valuable Performer, a talent show featuring talent performances of NFL players, where he won thanks to his rendition of "Ave Maria."

February 26, 2016: Ravens Placed Franchise Tag on Tucker

On February 26, 2016, the Ravens placed the franchise tag on Justin Tucker, ensuring he would remain with the team.

March 4, 2016: Tucker Signed Franchise Tender

On March 4, 2016, Justin Tucker signed the franchise tender, agreeing to a $4.5 million contract with the Ravens.

July 15, 2016: Signed Four-Year Contract Extension

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

2016: Exceptional Season and Pro Bowl Selection

In 2016, Justin Tucker had a statistically outstanding season, making all but one field goal. He was named to his second Pro Bowl and earned First-team All-Pro honors.

2017: Successful Field Goal and Extra Point Conversions

In 2017, Justin Tucker made 34 of 37 field goals and was perfect on extra points, converting all 39 attempts, earning him second-team All-Pro honors.

January 6, 2019: First Career Postseason Miss

On January 6, 2019, Justin Tucker missed his first career postseason field goal attempt during the Wild Card Round against the Los Angeles Chargers, a 50-yard attempt. The Ravens lost the game 17-23.

April 24, 2019: Signed Contract Extension

On April 24, 2019, Justin Tucker signed a four-year, $23.05 million contract extension with the Ravens, which included $12 million guaranteed, keeping him with the team through the 2023 season.

2019: Exceptional Season and Pro-Bowl selection

In 2019, Justin Tucker had an excellent season, converting 57 of 59 extra point attempts and 28 of 29 field goal attempts. He was named to his third Pro Bowl and was selected as First-team All-Pro, and was named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame Team for the 2010s decade.

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

In 2020, Justin Tucker kicked a game-winning 55-yard field goal against the Browns in Week 14, and he was named to his fourth career Pro Bowl.

2021: NFL Record 66-Yard Field Goal

In 2021, during a Week 3 game against the Lions, Justin Tucker kicked an NFL record 66-yard game-winning field goal as time expired. He also had a strong performance reminiscent of his 2013 one in the same stadium, making four straight field goals, winning the AFC Special Teams Player of the Week, and leading 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, making him the highest-paid kicker in the league.

2022: Fifth Pro Bowl Selection and All-Pro Honor

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

2022: Led NFL in Field Goals and Sixth Pro-Bowl Selection

In the 2022 season, Justin Tucker led the NFL in both field goals attempted and made, earning him his sixth career Pro-Bowl selection.

2022: First Game-Winning Field Goal Since 2022

In the 2024 season, Justin Tucker kicked a 24-yard field goal in overtime against the Bengals to secure a 41-38 comeback victory, his first game-winning field goal since 2022.

2023: Seventh Pro Bowl Selection

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

2023: Contract Through the 2023 Season

Justin Tucker signed a contract extension with the Ravens on April 24, 2019, which kept him under contract through the 2023 season.

2024: Struggles and Game-Winning Field Goal

In the 2024 season, Justin Tucker had struggles but kicked a 24-yard field goal in overtime against the Bengals to secure a 41-38 comeback victory after tying the game with a 56-yard field goal, his first game-winning field goal since 2022.