The Dallas Cowboys are actively working on finalizing contract negotiations with placekicker Brandon Aubrey as the offseason deadline approaches. In a recent interview, franchise CEO Stephen Jones confirmed that the team is focused on securing a long-term agreement before the restricted free agency period begins.
Aubrey, who has played two seasons with the Cowboys, enters this offseason as a restricted free agent. If the team cannot complete a contract extension, they plan to place a tender on the kicker to retain first negotiation rights and limit his options with other NFL teams.
Brandon Aubrey’s NFL Journey and Performance with the Cowboys
Brandon Aubrey started his professional football career with the Birmingham Stallions in the United Football League (UFL) in 2022, before his contract ended in 2023. Soon after, he joined the Dallas Cowboys, where he has served as the team’s primary placekicker. In his rookie season with Dallas, Aubrey successfully converted 36 of 38 field goal attempts, helping the team reach the playoffs, though they fell to the Green Bay Packers in a wild-card game.
During his second year, Aubrey made 40 of 47 field goals amid a tough season that saw the Cowboys finish third in the NFC East with a 7-10 record, falling short of playoff qualification. In the most recent season, under new head coach Brian Schottenheimer, the Cowboys ended with a 7-9-1 record. Aubrey maintained solid performance levels, completing 36 of 42 field goals.
External Interest and Potential Alternatives for Aubrey
As contract talks continue, some analysts are linking Brandon Aubrey to other NFL teams. John Breech of CBS Sports suggested that the Los Angeles Rams could be a possible destination if the Cowboys fail to secure a long-term deal by the March 11 deadline.
“To me, this is an interesting situation because Brandon Aubrey is the ultimate kicking weapon in the NFL,” Breech said. “He is likely going to be a restricted free agent assuming the Cowboys don’t get a long-term deal with him done sometime between now and March 11.”
“If you look at Jerry Jones’ track record of paying players top-of-the-market money, it’s not good. … If there is a team that feels like they are a kicker away from winning the Super Bowl, maybe the Rams.”
Implications for Dallas and Next Steps
The Cowboys face a critical decision as the free agency deadline approaches. And while Stephen Jones emphasized their intent to retain Aubrey by all means, the team’s challenging recent seasons and high expectations raise uncertainty about contract conditions. Keeping a reliable kicker like Aubrey is vital for Dallas to improve its prospects in upcoming campaigns, especially as they strive to return to playoff contention.
If the Cowboys finalize the deal, Aubrey will remain a key component of their special teams unit. However, if negotiations falter, placing a tender might restrict his ability to sign elsewhere while giving Dallas the option to match other offers. The coming weeks will reveal how these contract discussions unfold and what that means for both Aubrey’s career and the team’s success.
Stephen Jones: Cowboys in talks to extend K Brandon Aubrey, via @calvinwatkins.
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