Jaguars’ Cam Little Sets NFL Record with 68-Yard Field Goal

Jacksonville Jaguars kicker Cam Little set a new NFL record by kicking a 68-yard field goal during Sunday’s game against the Las Vegas Raiders, breaking the previous mark and helping his team secure an overtime victory. The historic kick occurred at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, where indoor conditions and natural grass provided an ideal setting. As the first half expired, Little drilled the ball with precision, and it soared cleanly through the uprights, bouncing off the wall behind the end zone. This eclipsed the 66-yard record held by Justin Tucker since 2021, whose kick had barely cleared the crossbar. Little’s achievement is part of a season that has seen an unprecedented seven field goals of 60 yards or more, highlighting the advancing skills of NFL kickers. Jaguars head coach Liam Coen had no hesitation in attempting the record kick, citing Little’s 70-yard preseason field goal and strong pregame performance. Coen described the sideline reaction as electric, comparing it to a Super Bowl win and noting that it ignited the team’s comeback. Earlier in the game, an interception in the end zone had stalled the Jaguars’ drive, but Little’s field goal provided a crucial momentum shift. In a contrasting moment, Raiders kicker Daniel Carlson missed a PAT wide right shortly before, underscoring the highs and lows of the position. Despite Little’s own recent struggles, including missed kicks in the previous two games, Coen affirmed that the team’s confidence in him never wavered. A second-year player from Arkansas, Little used the bye week to refocus and returned with a record-setting performance. After the game, Little humbly acknowledged that his record might not last long, given the talent of other kickers in the league. He had previously predicted that Tucker’s record would fall soon, and now he himself might be surpassed. This event could influence future game strategies, with coaches more willing to attempt long field goals, emphasizing the importance of special teams in modern football.