Top 10 Longest Field Goals in NFL History as Chiefs’ Harrison Butker’s 57-Yarder Breaks 49ers Rookie Jake Moody’s Super Bowl Record

The Super Bowl LVIII has just taken off and the NFL realm has whole new numbers to look at. With the 49ers taking an early lead, it was Jake Moody, the team’s placekicker at the forefront, presenting his excellence in extending his range. However, minutes into the record, Chiefs’ Harrison Butker rose to add his flair.

The placekickers have risen to own a crucial role in their rosters with their increased accuracy in extending ranges. As Jake Moody initially and Harrison Butker eventually make history today at Sin City’s Allegiant Field, here’s a look at the previous numbers standing up to the stance.

The drive leading to Jake Moody’s field goal started by the near-end of the first quarter and consumed the whole of the second. The process involved quarterback Brock Purdy’s pass, setting up an opportunity for the 24-year-old’s 55-yard pass. In doing so, the number surpassed the 54-yard throw previously by Steve Christie in Super Bowl XXVIII. But come 3rd quarter, Harrison Butker kicked a 57-yard field goal to etch history in the Super Bowl books.

While the 57-yard field goal might have been a record-setting number for the Super Bowl, goals from beyond 50 yards, and 60-yard are a common affair in the league.

The most recent record for the field goal was set in 2023 by the Arizona Cardinals’ Matt Prater. The placekicker recorded 62 yards, making it the season’s longest kick. It was also recorded by the Chiefs’ Harrison Butker against the Buffalo Bills. In 2019, Bratt Maher set the franchise record with a 63-yard shot. Justin Tucker set the NFL record back in 2021 when he the longest game-winning field goal for 66 yards. In the process, he beat out Matt Prater’s 64-yard shot in 2013. The earliest of 63 yards was recorded in 1970 when Tom Dempsey smashed the league’s 56-yard record.

In between 66 and 62, a total of thirteen players have scored 62 or 63-yard field goals.  However, the longest field goal in football was recorded outside of the NFL. It happened in 1976 in a game between Abilene Christian and East Texas State collegiate match. Ove Johansson of ACU put up a 69-yard goal that still stands undefeated.

Coming back to the game, Jake Moody’s record-breaking field goal might as well provide a draught end for the 49ers as halftime stats present numbers in their favor.

49ers in hopes of Super Bowl victory

The 49ers entered the Super Bowl LVIII in hopes of a first win since 1995. In doing so, the team has offered a challenging evening for the Kansas City Chiefs. Nearing half-time, they have taken a 10-3 lead. As for the QBs, Patrick Mahomes stands with 11 of 13 for 123 yards with no touchdowns or turnovers. And 49ers Brock Purdy is boasting 10 of 15 for 123 yards with no touchdowns or turnovers.

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With things falling in place, the San Francisco 49ers, under Head Coach Kyle Shanahan, will look to erase the 2020 showdown against their current opponent. If they win, this will be Niners’ first Super Bowl victory since 1994.

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