Jake Moody Makes History with Longest Field Goal in Super Bowl
The record for the longest field goal in Super Bowl history stood for more than 30 years until Jake Moody, rookie kicker for the San Francisco 49ers, shattered it in Super Bowl LVIII. The previous record was set by Steve Christie, kicker for the Buffalo Bills, during Super Bowl XXVIII in 1994 when he nailed a 54-yard bomb against the Dallas Cowboys. Despite the influx of kicking talent in the NFL over the past few decades, Christie’s record surprisingly held strong. However, Moody’s impressive 55-yard field goal has now secured his place in history.
It’s remarkable that Christie’s record stood for so long, considering the number of 50-plus-yard field goals we see every season in the NFL. Justin Tucker currently holds the record for the longest field goal in the regular season, with a 66-yard attempt against the Detroit Lions a couple of years ago. He surpassed Matt Prater’s previous record by two yards. However, many of the longest field goals in NFL history have been 60 yards or more, making Moody’s record-breaking kick in the Super Bowl even more significant.
While hitting a 60-yard field goal may soon become commonplace, we have yet to witness one on the biggest stage of them all. Moody’s achievement in the Super Bowl adds another level of prestige to his record. It will be intriguing to see how long he holds onto this accolade, as reaching the Super Bowl is an arduous task for any player or team. Even if Moody is eventually bested, he will always be remembered for his incredible feat.
Regardless of the trajectory of Moody’s career, one thing is certain: he has etched his name into the NFL record books by making the longest field goal in Super Bowl history. His accomplishment will forever be a part of football lore, symbolizing the skill and determination required to compete at the highest level.
