Chiefs' Harrison Butker kicks 69-yard FG
The Kansas City Chiefs kicker made one of the longest field goals in NFL history, a 69-yarder, in a preseason game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, which would have broken the regular season record if it were an official game
Harrison Butker of the Kansas City Chiefs made a 69-yard field goal in a preseason game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, which would have been the longest in NFL regular season history if it were an official game. The current record for the longest field goal in NFL regular-season history is 68 yards, made by Cam Little in 2025.
Butker's 69-yard field goal is tied for the second-longest field goal made in an actual game in the history of football. Although the kick will not be considered official, it is still an impressive feat. Butker also made field goals of 58 yards and 45 yards in the game, but missed a 43-yard kick in the fourth quarter.
Butker's performance has earned him praise from his coach, Andy Reid, who expressed trust in the kicker despite some misses in the game. Butker has been with the Kansas City Chiefs since 2017 and has a field goal percentage of 88.4% and an extra point percentage of 93.9% in his career.
## What it means The longest field goal in NFL history is a significant achievement, and Butker's kick is a notable one. While it will not be considered an official record, it demonstrates Butker's skill and ability as a kicker. The record for the longest field goal in NFL regular-season history has been broken only once, by Cam Little in 2025, who made a 68-yard field goal.
## Background The NFL preseason does not count towards official records, but it can still be an indicator of a player's abilities. Cam Little made a 70-yard field goal in the 2025 preseason, which was a sign of things to come, as he set the regular-season record of 68 yards a few months later. Butker's kick is a reminder that the preseason can still produce exciting and impressive moments, even if they are not officially recognized.
Butker's achievement is a testament to his hard work and dedication to his craft. As the NFL season approaches, Butker will look to continue to make an impact for the Kansas City Chiefs. With his impressive field goal percentage and extra point percentage, he is a valuable asset to the team.
The 69-yard field goal made by Butker is a significant achievement, and it will be interesting to see if he can continue to make an impact in the upcoming NFL season. With the regular season approaching, Butker will look to build on his preseason performance and help the Kansas City Chiefs succeed.
