Dan Carpenter


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Position: K
Jersey #: 2
Date of Birth: November 25, 1985
Height / Weight: 6'2" / 228 lbs
College: Montana
First Team: MIA (2008)
Last Team: BUF (2016)

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Dan Carpenter - NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: November 25, 1985
Position: Kicker
College: University of Montana

Career Timeline

  • Miami Dolphins (2008-2013)
    • Joined the Dolphins as an undrafted free agent in 2008.
    • Played a significant role in the team's kicking game, becoming the starting kicker.
    • Achieved a career-high in field goals made in 2009 with 25 successful attempts.
    • Was selected to the Pro Bowl in 2009, highlighting his effectiveness and reliability as a kicker.
    • Notable game includes a 60-yard field goal against the New York Jets in 2011, showcasing his strong leg.
  • Buffalo Bills (2013-2016)
    • Signed by the Buffalo Bills in 2013 after being released by Miami.
    • Continued to demonstrate his skills, particularly in the 2015 season, where he made 28 out of 32 field goal attempts.
    • Served as the primary kicker for the Bills for several seasons, contributing to the team’s scoring efforts.
    • Retired from professional football after the 2016 season.

Highlights and Accomplishments

  • Pro Bowl Selection: 2009
  • Career Field Goals Made: 161
  • Career Field Goal Percentage: 81.2%
  • Longest Field Goal: 60 yards
  • Recognized for his consistency and clutch kicking ability throughout his career.

Legacy

Dan Carpenter is remembered as a reliable kicker in the NFL, known for his powerful leg and accuracy during his time with both the Miami Dolphins and Buffalo Bills. His Pro Bowl selection and notable performance in key games solidified his status as one of the more effective kickers of his era.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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