Brandon Aubrey seeks nearly $10 million as Cowboys make largest offer to kicker in NFL history, per report
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Carter Bahns
February 25, 2026
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Dallas Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey is at the center of a high-stakes contract negotiation as his agent seeks nearly $10 million annually, which would make him the highest-paid kicker in NFL history. While the Cowboys have offered a record-breaking deal, they remain in discussions with Aubrey's team without a resolution ahead of free agency on March 11. Aubrey, entering restricted free agency, has been a standout performer for Dallas, earning three straight All-Pro honors and setting league records for field goals over 60 yards. His agent’s demand for an unprecedented $10 million annually exceeds the current record held by Harrison Butker ($6.4 million) and reflects Aubrey's elite status as one of the NFL’s most valuable kickers.
The Cowboys, aiming to retain Aubrey, have explored options to keep him in Dallas even without a long-term deal. However, their use of the franchise tag on wide receiver George Pickens has reduced their ability to extend similar protections for Aubrey. The team could instead tender a first-round restricted free agency offer
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Originally published on CBS Sports on 2/25/2026