Boswell's Extension Solidifies His Status as NFL's Top-Paid Kicker

Boswell's Extension Solidifies His Status as NFL's Top-Paid Kicker

The Pittsburgh Steelers have finalized a significant four-year extension with veteran kicker Chris Boswell, as reported by ESPN. This deal, valued at $28 million, elevates Boswell's average salary to $7 million per year, tying him with Brandon Aubrey of the Dallas Cowboys as the highest-paid kicker in NFL history. This extension secures Boswell's place with Pittsburgh through the 2030 season, as he was originally entering the final year of his contract. Since signing with the Steelers during the 2015 season, Boswell has been a reliable presence as their placekicker. He began his NFL journey as an undrafted free agent in 2014 with the Houston Texans, where he spent his rookie year on the practice squad. After a brief stint with the New York Giants, he was waived but eventually found stability in Pittsburgh. Boswell's recent contract reflects his impressive performance, placing him among the top kickers in NFL history: Cameron Dicker: 93.5% Eddy Piñeiro: 89.7% Justin Tucker: 89.1% Harrison Butker: 88.4% Brandon Aubrey: 88.2% Chris Boswell: 87.7% (Bold indicates players who signed extensions this offseason.) In the previous season, Boswell converted 84.4% of his field-goal attempts, including nine of eleven from beyond 50 yards. He also achieved a remarkable 97.7% success rate on extra points. With two Pro Bowl selections and a first-team All-Pro honor in 2024 for leading the NFL in scoring, Boswell's career stats showcase his reliability: 299 of 341 field goals (87.7%) and 353 of 369 extra points (95.7%).

Source: CBS Sports - 2026-05-11