Dan Bailey


Headshot of Dan Bailey
Position: K
Jersey #: 5
Date of Birth: January 26, 1988
Height / Weight: 6'0" / 190 lbs
College: Oklahoma State
Drafted: Round , Pick in 2011 by
First Team: DAL (2011)
Last Team: MIN (2020)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Dan Bailey - NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: January 26, 1988
College: Oklahoma State University
Position: Kicker (K)

Career Timeline

  • Dallas Cowboys (2011 - 2017)
    • Signed as an undrafted free agent in 2011.
    • Quickly established himself as an accurate kicker, leading the NFL in field goal percentage in 2016.
    • Converted 89.7% of his field goal attempts during his time with the Cowboys.
    • Holds the record for the most field goals made in a single season for the Cowboys (30 in 2015).
  • Minnesota Vikings (2018 - 2020)
    • Signed with the Vikings in 2018.
    • Continued to demonstrate accuracy, finishing with a field goal percentage of 93.1% in 2019.
    • Played a key role in the team's special teams unit during his tenure.

Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Career field goal percentage of 87.4% (as of 2020).
  • Pro Bowl selection in 2013.
  • Part of the Cowboys' team that won the NFC East in 2014.
  • Notable for his strong leg and consistency under pressure.

Personal Life

  • Known for his philanthropic efforts and involvement in community service.
  • Respected among teammates for professionalism and work ethic.

Dan Bailey retired from professional football after the 2020 season, leaving behind a legacy as one of the more reliable kickers in the league during his time.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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