Dallas Cowboys secure kicker Brandon Aubrey with record contract
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 11:30 PM
Last updated Jul 21, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys have made Brandon Aubrey the highest-paid kicker in NFL history, signing him to a five-year deal. Aubrey, who joined the Cowboys in 2023 after an impressive stint in the USFL, has established himself as a top performer, leading the NFL in scoring during the 2023 season. He has a cap hit of $3.4 million for 2026 and his contract guarantees significant financial commitment from the team. Despite concerns about potential performance decline as he ages, the Cowboys have ensured they will retain Aubrey's services through at least 2026.
- •Aubrey signed a five-year contract, making him the highest-paid kicker.
- •He leads the NFL in scoring for the 2023 season.
- •Aubrey's cap hit for 2026 is $3.4 million.
- •The Cowboys have no backup kicker on the roster.
- 11:30 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys 2026 roster rundown: K Brandon Aubrey
"It is so nice that the Cowboys don’t have to worry about their kicking situation.
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