Cam Little’s 70-Yard Preseason Field Goal Stuns NFL Fans
It wasn’t an official NFL record, but it was the kind of kick that makes you sit up, rewind the clip, and watch it again. Jacksonville Jaguars kicker Cam Little delivered a jaw-dropping moment on Saturday night when he drilled a 70-yard field goal against the Pittsburgh Steelers in a preseason matchup. With just seconds left before halftime, the Jaguars decided to give Little a shot at a distance that’s rarely even attempted, let alone made. And he didn’t just clear the crossbar—he had room to spare.
Head coach Liam Coen admitted it was all about giving his kicker the chance to go for it. “He wanted it, so we gave it to him,” Coen said during halftime. And while the ball sailed perfectly through the uprights, the effort won’t go down in the record books. The reason is simple: preseason stats don’t count. That means Justin Tucker’s 66-yard kick in 2021, which currently holds the official NFL record, remains untouched—at least for now.
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But make no mistake—if this had been a regular-season game, Little’s boot would have shattered that record by a full four yards. The kick was more than just a fun preseason highlight; it was a statement about just how dangerous Little’s leg can be. The 2024 sixth-round draft pick from Arkansas already had an impressive rookie year, hitting all 27 of his extra points and going 27-for-29 on field goals, including five from 50 yards or more, with a long of 59. Now, after this preseason cannon shot, fans are wondering just how far he might go when games start counting.
Even though it won’t show up in any official stat lines, the 70-yarder came with all the elements that make a moment legendary: the clock running down, the crowd buzzing, and the impossible being made possible. For Jaguars fans, it was a confidence boost heading into the season. For opponents, it was a warning—this kicker has range that stretches well beyond the usual comfort zone.
Sure, it’s “only preseason,” but as every player knows, that’s when reputations can be built, and Little just built one that might last all year. The next time Jacksonville’s offense stalls around midfield, defenders may need to think twice. Because if 70 yards is within reach for Cam Little, then anywhere on the opponent’s side of the field might just be scoring territory. And that’s a game-changer.
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