Jacksonville Jaguars kicker Cam Little stunned fans with a remarkable 70-yard field goal as time expired in the first half of the team’s preseason opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers at EverBank Stadium.
Though the kick would have broken the NFL regular-season record of 66 yards held by Justin Tucker, it did not officially count since it occurred in preseason. The ball reportedly cleared the crossbar with several yards to spare, showcasing Little’s impressive leg strength.
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Little admitted there was “a little bit of doubt” before the attempt but credited his preparation in training camp, where he frequently attempted kicks of 60 yards or more. The sixth-round pick from Arkansas had already proven himself as a rookie in 2024, converting 27 of 29 field goal attempts, including a 59-yarder that tied the Jaguars’ franchise record. His success rate from long distances gave him the confidence to take on the ambitious kick.
Cam Little (NFL)The moment was met with jubilation from both Little and his teammates. As soon as the ball left his foot, holder Logan Cooke raised his arms in celebration. After the kick sailed through, Little pumped his fists while Cooke shoved him playfully. Teammate Travis Hunter sprinted from the sideline for a chest bump before Little was mobbed by the rest of the Jaguars roster. Head coach Liam Coen also expressed excitement, calling the moment “pretty cool to see.”
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With just one second remaining in the half, Coen called a timeout to set up the attempt and glanced at Little for a reaction. Both Little and Cooke were eager to take the shot, with adrenaline fueling their focus. Despite the pressure, Little executed flawlessly, treating it like any other kick. He later left the field with the game ball as a keepsake of the historic moment.
Even after the game, Little hadn’t actually seen the ball clear the uprights due to his height and the linemen blocking his view. He relied on Cooke’s wide-eyed reaction to confirm its success. Little acknowledged the clean contact he made with the football and took pride in having seized the rare opportunity to attempt and make a kick of such extraordinary distance.
