Star Cowboys Kicker Brandon Aubrey Balances Jury Duty with Stellar NFL Season
October 23, 2024His impressive performance includes a league record of making at least one kick of 50 yards or more in eight consecutive games.
However, Aubrey missed practice recently due to jury duty obligations after being selected for a 12-person jury in a felony assault case in Tarrant County, Texas.
Despite the Cowboys' attempts to excuse him from this civic duty, Aubrey opted to fulfill his obligation.
Fortunately, his jury duty is not expected to interfere with his availability for the upcoming Sunday Night Football game against the San Francisco 49ers.
The game will take place at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, and Aubrey is expected to travel with the team.
The Cowboys remain hopeful that Aubrey's missed practices due to jury duty won't disrupt his performance.
Brandon Aubrey has emerged as a standout kicker for the Dallas Cowboys this season, significantly contributing despite challenges faced by quarterback Dak Prescott.
Aubrey, who joined the Cowboys in 2023 after a successful stint with the USFL's Birmingham Stallions, has made 17 out of 19 field goal attempts this season, including a near-record 65-yarder.
As he continues to excel, Aubrey leads the NFL with 36 made field goals last season and has the second-most 50-yard field goals this season with eight.
Head Coach Mike McCarthy confirmed that Aubrey will complete his practice later in the day after fulfilling his court obligations.
The case he is involved in pertains to a second-degree strangulation charge, and while the trial's duration is uncertain, Aubrey is expected back in court later this week.
Aubrey's strong performance has already earned him recognition, having been named a first-team All-Pro in 2023 after making his first 36 field goal attempts.
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AP News • Oct 24, 2024
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Cowboys' Brandon Aubrey misses practice after reportedly being selected to be on a jury for a felony caseBleacher Report • Oct 23, 2024
Cowboys' Brandon Aubrey Misses Practice to Attend Jury Duty Before 49ers GameFOX Sports • Oct 23, 2024
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