In a thrilling turn of events, Tom Brady and Kevin Burkhardt were back at AT&T Stadium for the third consecutive week to cover the Dallas Cowboys game against the Baltimore Ravens. As the Cowboys struggled early on, falling behind 21-6 at halftime, the dynamic duo found a glimmer of hope in kicker Brandon Aubrey.
Aubrey showcased his incredible talent by nailing field goals of 65 and 51 yards, with the latter just shy of Justin Tucker’s NFL record of 66 yards. Burkhardt and Brady, amidst the excitement, made sure to commend Aubrey, especially after Burkhardt faced criticism for his reaction to a potential record-breaking kick in Week 1.
“What a kick!” exclaimed Burkhardt, with Brady chiming in with an enthusiastic “good.” The camaraderie between the two was evident, as Brady went on to lavish praise on Aubrey, comparing him to NBA star Stephen Curry.
“Hard to imagine the thought of attempting those,” Brady marveled. “He just bangs—what a leg obviously. The accuracy. He’s just like the Steph Curry of kickers. There’s no range that’s too far. It’s interesting as you see all these long field goals being taken now in the NFL.”
Brady, a seasoned veteran in the league, reflected on the evolution of kicking in the NFL, noting how far the game has come in terms of kicker’s abilities to nail long-distance field goals.
“The thought of a 52-yard field goal was kinda always the line of demarcation,” Brady explained. “That mental block, brain barrier has been broken by NFL kickers at this point.”
As the game unfolded, Brady and Burkhardt continued to provide insightful commentary, engaging viewers with their unique perspectives and vibrant personalities. The partnership between the two, fueled by their shared passion for the game, made for an unforgettable viewing experience for football fans everywhere.