History of Justin Tucker in Timeline
Justin Paul Tucker is an American football placekicker for the Baltimore Ravens, known as one of the greatest of all time. Signed in 2012 as an undrafted free agent, he boasts a 90.2% accuracy rating, the highest in NFL history. He also holds the record for the longest successful field goal at 66 yards. His achievements include seven Pro Bowl selections, five first-team All-Pro honors, and a Super Bowl XLVII victory with the Ravens.
November 21, 1989: Birth of Justin Tucker
Justin Paul Tucker was born on November 21, 1989.
2008: Justin Tucker Plays in U.S. Army All-American Bowl
In 2008, Justin Tucker, a high school athlete who played multiple positions including placekicker, participated in the prestigious U.S. Army All-American Bowl.
2011: Justin Tucker Kicks Game-Winning Field Goal in Texas Rivalry Game
In 2011, Justin Tucker made the game-winning field goal for the University of Texas against their long-time rivals, Texas A&M University, securing a 27-25 victory.
2012: Justin Tucker's NFL Career Begins
In 2012, Justin Tucker signed with the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted free agent after going unselected in the 2012 NFL draft.
2012: Justin Tucker's YouTube Video and Signing with the Ravens
In 2012, to increase his visibility for the NFL draft, Justin Tucker created a YouTube video showcasing his kicking skills. Despite not being drafted, his performance in the Ravens' training camp earned him the starting kicker position.
January 12, 2013: The Mile High Miracle: Tucker's Kick Sends Ravens to AFC Championship
On January 12, 2013, during the NFL Divisional Round game against the Denver Broncos, Justin Tucker kicked a game-winning 47-yard field goal in double overtime, securing a 38-35 victory for the Ravens and a spot in the AFC Championship. This game is often referred to as the "Mile High Miracle."
2013: Justin Tucker's Record-Breaking Season
In 2013, Justin Tucker had a remarkable season, kicking six field goals, the only points scored by the Ravens in a game against the Detroit Lions, including a game-winning 61-yard field goal. This achievement made him the first kicker in NFL history to successfully kick field goals in the 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, and 60s in a single game.
2013: Reference to a Previous Performance in Detroit
The text mentions that Justin Tucker's performance on September 26, 2021, against the Lions was reminiscent of a previous game he played in the same stadium in 2013, suggesting a pattern of strong performances in Detroit.
March 2015: Marriage and Family Life
Justin Tucker got married in March 2015, and the couple has a son together.
2015: Justin Tucker's Season of Ups and Downs
In 2015, Justin Tucker experienced both successes and challenges. Despite leading the league in field goal attempts, he also missed seven field goals, making it statistically his most challenging year. However, he remained a crucial player for the Ravens, contributing to several victories with his kicking prowess.
2015: Opera Performances and Talent Show Win
In 2015, Justin Tucker, a classically trained opera singer, was featured in commercials for Royal Farms. He also performed "Ave Maria" at a benefit concert and won the NFL's Most Valuable Performer talent show with his rendition of the same song, earning a ring and $50,000 for the Baltimore School for the Arts.
February 26, 2016: Ravens Franchise Tag Justin Tucker
On February 26, 2016, the Baltimore Ravens placed the franchise tag on Justin Tucker, demonstrating his value to the team.
March 4, 2016: Justin Tucker Signs Franchise Tender
On March 4, 2016, Justin Tucker officially signed the franchise tender offer from the Ravens, securing his position with the team for the upcoming season.
July 15, 2016: Justin Tucker Signs Four-Year Extension with Ravens
On July 15, 2016, further solidifying his place in Baltimore, Justin Tucker signed a four-year contract extension with the Ravens worth $16.8 million.
2016: Justin Tucker's Return to Pro Bowl Form
Justin Tucker had a strong 2016 season, making all but one of his field goal attempts, which was blocked. This performance earned him his second Pro Bowl selection, marking his return to top form since his 2013 Pro Bowl appearance.
2017: Justin Tucker's Consistent Performance Earns Second-Team All-Pro Honors
In 2017, Justin Tucker continued to demonstrate his reliability as a kicker, successfully converting 34 out of 37 field goal attempts and maintaining a perfect record on extra points. His consistent performance throughout the season earned him second-team All-Pro recognition.
October 21, 2018: Justin Tucker Misses First Extra Point Attempt
On October 21, 2018, during a game against the New Orleans Saints, Justin Tucker missed his first-ever extra point attempt in his NFL career. This miss proved costly, as it occurred with only 24 seconds remaining in the game, resulting in a 23-24 loss for the Ravens.
January 6, 2019: Justin Tucker's First Missed Field Goal in the Postseason
On January 6, 2019, during the Wild Card Round of the playoffs against the Los Angeles Chargers, Justin Tucker missed a crucial 50-yard field goal attempt. This marked his first-ever missed field goal in a postseason game, adding to the disappointment of the Ravens' 17-23 loss to the Chargers.
April 24, 2019: Contract Extension and Game-Winning Kicks
On April 24, 2019, Justin Tucker signed a four-year contract extension with the Ravens. During the 2019 season, he had a standout performance against the Steelers, hitting four field goals, including a game-tying and a game-winning kick in overtime.
2019: Continued Success and Pro Football Hall of Fame Team Recognition
Throughout 2019, Justin Tucker continued to deliver strong performances, earning him AFC Special Teams Player of the Week and Player of the Month awards. Despite missing a kick and an extra point, he achieved a high success rate in field goals and extra points, leading the NFL in extra point makes. His performance earned him a spot on the Pro Football Hall of Fame Team for the 2010s decade.
2020: Consistent Kicking and Pro Bowl Selection
Justin Tucker maintained his accurate kicking in 2020, with his first missed field goal occurring in Week 5. He made a game-winning 55-yard field goal in Week 14 against the Browns, contributing to his fourth Pro Bowl selection.
January 16, 2021: Challenges in Divisional Round Loss
On January 16, 2021, during a Divisional Round game against the Buffalo Bills, Justin Tucker faced difficulties due to strong winds. He missed two field goals in the first half, both hitting the uprights, but finished the game with one successful field goal out of three attempts.
September 26, 2021: Record-Breaking Field Goal and Player of the Week Honors
On September 26, 2021, Justin Tucker set a new NFL record by successfully kicking a 66-yard game-winning field goal against the Detroit Lions. This performance earned him the AFC Special Teams Player of the Week award.
August 8, 2022: Highest-Paid Kicker Contract
On August 8, 2022, Justin Tucker signed a four-year contract extension with the Ravens for $24 million, making him the highest-paid kicker in NFL history.
2022: Game-Winning Kicks, Record Attempts, and Ravens All-Time Scoring Leader
Justin Tucker had another successful year in 2022, kicking several game-winning field goals, including a 43-yarder against the Bengals in Week 5, extending his NFL record for consecutive field goals made in the fourth quarter or overtime. He attempted to break his own record for the longest field goal with a 67-yard attempt but fell short. On December 11th, he became the Ravens' all-time leading scorer after a successful 42-yard field goal against the Steelers. He also led the NFL in field goals attempted and made in 2022.
2022: Pro Bowl, All-Pro Selection, and NFL Top 100 Ranking
Justin Tucker received his fifth Pro Bowl selection and was named a first-team All-Pro for the fifth time in 2022. His peers ranked him 94th on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2022.
2023: Contract Extension Through 2023 Season
Justin Tucker's four-year contract extension, signed in 2019, secured his position with the Ravens through the 2023 season.