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Austin Mitchell Seibert (born November 15, 1996) is an American professional football placekicker. He played college football for the Oklahoma Sooners, where he was named the 2018 Big 12 Special Teams Player of the Year, and was selected by the Cleveland Browns in the fifth round of the 2019 NFL draft. Seibert has also been a member of the Cincinnati Bengals, Detroit Lions, New York Jets, New Orleans Saints, and Washington Commanders. He holds the Commanders' franchise record for field goals made in a game with seven.

Key Information

Early life

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Seibert was born on November 15, 1996, in Belleville, Illinois, later attending Belleville High School-West.[1]

College career

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Seibert attended and played college football for the Oklahoma Sooners. He contributed to the football team as a placekicker and a punter.[2] He was named the 2018 Big 12 Special Teams Player of the Year.

College statistics
Season Kicking Punting
GP XPM XPA XP% FGM FGA FG% Pts Punts Yds Avg
2015 13 70 72 97.2 18 23 78.3 124 57 2,395 42.0
2016 13 72 74 97.3 11 16 68.8 105 48 1,975 41.1
2017 14 81 81 100.0 17 21 81.0 132 43 1,820 42.3
2018 14 87 88 98.9 17 19 89.5 138 31 1,267 40.9
Career 54 310 315 98.4 63 79 79.7 499 179 7,457 41.7

Professional career

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Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight Arm length Hand span
5 ft 9+14 in
(1.76 m)
213 lb
(97 kg)
30+38 in
(0.77 m)
8+78 in
(0.23 m)
All values from NFL Combine[3][4]

Cleveland Browns

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Seibert was selected by the Cleveland Browns in the fifth round (170th overall) of the 2019 NFL draft.[5] Seibert signed his rookie contract with the Browns on May 3, 2019.[6]

Seibert made the Browns' 53-man roster out of training camp. He made his NFL debut in the Browns' 2019 regular season opener against the Tennessee Titans. He converted one of two extra point attempts in the 43–13 loss.[7] He scored his first career field goal during the Browns' Week 2 game against the New York Jets, where he kicked three field goals in a Browns' 23–3 win.[8] As a rookie, he converted 30 of 35 extra point attempts and 25 of 29 field goal attempts.[9] He was named to the PFWA All-Rookie Team.[10]

Seibert was waived by the Browns on September 14, 2020, after missing a field goal and extra point in a 38–6 loss to the Baltimore Ravens in Week 1.[11]

Cincinnati Bengals

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Seibert was claimed off waivers by the Cincinnati Bengals on September 15, 2020.[12] Seibert played in four games during the 2020 season with the Bengals making six of nine field goals and all eight of the extra points he attempted.[13] He was waived on August 31, 2021, after losing out the starting kicker job to Evan McPherson in training camp.[14]

Detroit Lions

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On September 1, 2021, the Detroit Lions claimed Seibert off waivers.[15] On September 23, 2021, Seibert was placed on the COVID-19 reserve list. He was replaced on the active roster by kicker Ryan Santoso, who had just been signed to the practice squad.[16] He was placed on injured reserve on November 13 with a hip injury.[17] He appeared in six games in the 2021 season. He converted all five extra point attempts and 10 of 12 field goal attempts.[18]

Seibert was waived by the Lions on October 6, 2022, after the team signed Michael Badgley.[19] In the 2022 season, he converted all 12 extra point attempts and three of five field goal attempts in three games.[20]

New York Jets (first stint)

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On September 16, 2023, Seibert was signed to the New York Jets practice squad following an injury to kicker Greg Zuerlein.[21] He was released on September 30.[22]

New Orleans Saints

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On November 28, 2023, Seibert was signed to the New Orleans Saints practice squad.[23] He was released on December 7.[24]

New York Jets (second stint)

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On December 27, 2023, Seibert was signed to the Jets practice squad.[25] He signed a reserve/future contract on January 8, 2024.[26] He was released on August 27, 2024.[27]

Washington Commanders

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On September 10, 2024, Seibert signed with the Washington Commanders.[28] In Week 2, he was named the NFC Special Teams Player of the Week after kicking a franchise-record seven field goals in his Washington debut, accounting for all of the team's points in a 21–18 victory over the New York Giants.[29][30] Seibert was placed on injured reserve for a hip injury on November 26, 2024.[31]

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Austin Seibert (born November 15, 1996) is a former who played professionally in the () for six seasons. Seibert attended the , where he played for the from 2015 to 2018 as a two-way specialist, handling both placekicking and punting duties in all 50 games across four seasons. He set the record for career points scored by a kicker with 499, ranking first among Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) kickers at the time, and earned second-team All-Big 12 honors in 2017 and first-team honors in 2018. Selected by the in the fifth round (170th overall) of the , Seibert quickly established himself as a rookie standout, converting 25 of 29 field goals (86.2%) and scoring a team-high 105 points while earning NFL Special Teams Player of the Week honors for Week 6. Over his NFL career, Seibert appeared in 40 games across five teams: the Browns (2019–2020), (2020), (2021–2022), (2023), and (2024). He also spent time on the practice squad of the in 2023. He finished with a career success rate of 83.7% (72 of 86 attempts), including a personal long of 55 yards, and notched a career-high 103 points in 2024 with the Commanders, where he converted 27 of 30 field goals (90.0%) before being placed on injured reserve with a injury late in the season. Persistent and hip issues, culminating in a full tear, led Seibert to announce his on September 24, 2025, at age 28, despite interest from the ; he has since focused on family, teaching, coaching at Waterloo High School in , and offering private kicking instruction.

Early life

Childhood and family background

Austin Seibert was born on November 15, 1996, in . Seibert grew up in a supportive family with Midwestern roots in the suburb of Belleville, where his parents, Mark and Dawn Seibert, encouraged his athletic pursuits from an early age. He has one younger brother, Logan Seibert, who also pursued football and later played as a kicker at . The family's five-acre property provided ample space for informal sports activities, reflecting their emphasis on outdoor recreation typical of the region. Seibert's initial interest in football and kicking emerged during his childhood through non-competitive youth activities. He began playing soccer at age five and transitioned to football at eight, initially trying positions like quarterback and defensive end in pee wee leagues. His father built a 60-yard soccer field on their property, where Seibert practiced kicking soccer balls over the net, honing his leg strength in a casual backyard setting alongside family members. These early experiences, including aiming kicks over a backyard tree before pee wee games, sparked his passion for kicking without formal coaching at the time.

High school career

Austin Seibert attended Belleville High School-West in , where he played football as the varsity kicker and punter for four years. During his senior season in 2014, he demonstrated strong accuracy and range, converting 13 of 20 attempts for a 65% success rate, with his longest kick measuring 51 yards against . He also connected on 36 of 39 point-after-touchdown attempts and averaged over 50 yards on punts in select games, such as a 53-yard average in a matchup against Belleville East. Seibert's performances contributed significantly to his team's success, including a 69-31 victory over O'Fallon where he nailed a 51-yard , and a game against Normal Community West High in which he made three s, including a 47-yarder against Collinsville later in the season. His kicking prowess earned him national recognition, as he was selected to the 2015 and named to the MaxPreps 2014 All-American Football Team, where he ranked 12th nationally in field goals made. Evaluators at Kicking rated him as the top punter and second-best kicker in the nation for the class of 2015. Seibert's high school achievements drew widespread college interest, leading to scholarship offers from programs including , Miami (Florida), Missouri, and Northwestern. He verbally committed to the in May 2014 and signed his on February 4, 2015, in the school's library, capping a recruitment process highlighted by his consistent varsity contributions and explosive kicking power noted by coaches. ranked him as the No. 1 kicker prospect in the 2015 class.

College career

University of Oklahoma

Austin Seibert enrolled at the in 2015 and immediately earned the starting role as and punter as a true , forgoing a redshirt season. During his year, he appeared in all 13 games, converting 18 of 23 s (78.3%) with a long of 46 yards and 70 of 72 extra points (97.2%), while punting 57 times for 2,395 yards (42.0 average). His performance was crucial in Oklahoma's high-powered offense, which averaged over 43 points per game en route to a Big 12 Championship and semifinal appearance, including a 1-for-1 effort in the loss to Clemson. A highlight came in a narrow 30-29 victory over TCU, where Seibert made all 3 s, including from 35 and 37 yards, to help secure the win in a pivotal Big 12 matchup. As a in , Seibert continued as the primary kicker and punter across 13 games, making 11 of 16 field goals (68.8%) and 72 of 74 extra points (97.3%), with 48 punts totaling 1,975 yards (41.1 average). Despite some inconsistencies, such as misses in non-conference games against and Ohio State, he provided stability in Big 12 play, going 1-for-1 on field goals in a 52-46 thriller against TCU and 2-for-3 against Iowa State in a 34-24 win. His contributions supported Oklahoma's explosive offense, though the missed the playoff that season. Seibert's junior campaign in 2017 marked a breakout, as he played in 14 games—including the Big 12 Championship and semifinal—converting all 81 extra points (100%) and 17 of 21 s (81.0%), while punting 43 times for 1,820 yards (42.3 average). He earned Big 12 Special Teams Player of the Week honors after a perfect 3-for-3 performance, including a 36-yarder, in a 29-24 upset win over . Another clutch moment came with a 51-yard against that gave Oklahoma its first lead in a 59-31 rout, showcasing his growing range and reliability in conference play. In the postseason, he made 2 of 3 s in the Big 12 title game victory over TCU and added 2 of 3 in the Rose Bowl semifinal loss to Georgia, aiding the ' undefeated regular season and playoff berth. In his senior year of 2018, Seibert capped his career in 14 games, achieving career highs with 17 of 19 field goals (89.5%) and 87 of 88 extra points (98.9%), alongside 31 punts for 1,267 yards (40.9 average). He handled all kicking duties for Oklahoma's offense, which led the nation in scoring at 42.8 points per game, and delivered perfect 3-for-3 field goal outings against Iowa State, Kansas State, and Texas in the Big 12 Championship—a 39-27 win that clinched another conference title. Seibert also went 2-for-2 on field goals in a razor-thin 48-47 victory over Oklahoma State, underscoring his poise in high-stakes Bedlam rivalry games. His efforts extended to the College Football Playoff, where he converted both field goal attempts in the Orange Bowl semifinal despite a 45-34 defeat to Alabama, contributing to the Sooners' third straight playoff appearance. Over his four seasons, Seibert amassed 63 field goals on 79 attempts (79.7%), 310 extra points on 315 (98.4%), and 179 punts for 7,457 yards, serving as a consistent special teams anchor for Oklahoma's potent, playoff-contending offenses.

Records and awards

During his tenure at the University of Oklahoma, Austin Seibert established himself as one of the most prolific kickers in history, earning numerous accolades that underscored his reliability and impact on the Sooners' special teams unit. In 2018, he was named the Big 12 Special Teams Player of the Year, becoming the first Oklahoma player to receive this honor from the conference coaches. This award highlighted his dual role as both kicker and punter, where he converted 17 of 19 field goals and 87 of 88 extra-point attempts for the full season, leading the Big 12 in scoring with 138 points. Seibert's statistical dominance is evident in several school and conference records. He finished his career as Oklahoma's all-time leading scorer with 499 points, surpassing the previous record of 450 set by Michael Hunnicutt, a mark he achieved with a first-half during the 2018 Bedlam rivalry game against Oklahoma State. This total also made him the Big 12's all-time scoring leader at the time and ranked him first among FBS kickers in career points, eclipsing Arizona State’s Gonzalez's previous NCAA record of 494 during the 2018 . His 310 career extra points made further cemented his legacy, setting both an and NCAA record for kickers. In addition to his end-of-season honors, Seibert earned multiple All-Big 12 selections. As a in 2015, he was named to the first as a punter by conference coaches. In 2018, he received second-team honors as a punter from the coaches, , and Phil Steele Publications, while also garnering second-team recognition as a kicker from the AP. He was also a semifinalist for the in 2015, recognizing his punting prowess early in his career. Seibert's contributions extended to key postseason moments, bolstering Oklahoma's legacy in high-stakes games. In the 2018 Orange Bowl semifinal of the , his field goal not only solidified his place in NCAA history as the top-scoring kicker but came despite a 45-34 loss to . His consistent scoring—63 field goals and 310 extra points over four seasons—provided crucial margins in bowl appearances, including the , 2016 Russell Athletic Bowl, and , enhancing the Sooners' reputation for explosive offenses supported by elite special teams.

Professional career

Cleveland Browns

Seibert was selected by the in the fifth round (170th overall) of the . As a rookie out of the , where he had established himself as a reliable kicker with a strong college resume, Seibert won the starting job during training camp and preseason competitions. In his 2019 rookie season, Seibert appeared in all 16 games for , converting 25 of 29 attempts (86.2%) and 30 of 35 extra points (85.7%), with his longest successful measuring 53 yards against the in Week 14. His performance provided stability to the Browns' special teams unit, particularly with 10 s made from 40 yards or longer, contributing to the team's efforts in a 6-10 season. For his efforts, Seibert earned recognition on the (PFWA) All-Rookie Team, alongside Browns punter . Seibert returned for the 2020 preseason, where he continued to handle kicking duties in limited action amid ongoing competition. However, following the Browns' season-opening loss to the on September 13, 2020—in which he missed an extra point and a 41-yard —the team waived him on September 14.

Cincinnati Bengals

On September 15, 2020, the Cincinnati Bengals claimed kicker Austin Seibert off waivers from the Cleveland Browns, adding depth to their special teams unit behind incumbent Randy Bullock. Seibert, a second-year pro, had been waived by Cleveland after struggling in his Week 1 debut, missing both a field goal and an extra point. Initially signed as insurance amid concerns over Bullock's availability, Seibert spent most of the season inactive but adapted to the Bengals' operations during practice. Seibert assumed the starting role in Week 14 after Bullock's performance waned late in the season, handling kicking duties for the Bengals' final four games. In these contests, he converted 6 of 8 attempts (75.0 percent) and all 8 extra point tries, providing stability during a stretch that included a 30-7 loss to the , a 27-17 victory over the , a 37-31 win against the Texans, and a 38-3 defeat to the . Notable efforts included a 48-yard in the win over , which helped secure a temporary lead in the fourth quarter. Despite the mid-season transition and limited preparation time, Seibert integrated into the Bengals' special teams scheme, focusing on consistency in high-pressure situations. Entering the 2021 preseason, Seibert competed for the starting job against rookie fifth-round pick but was released by the Bengals on August 31 as part of final roster cuts to reach the 53-player limit. His tenure in Cincinnati thus spanned less than a full year, marked by a brief but functional contribution to the team's kicking efforts during a rebuilding phase.

Detroit Lions

On September 1, 2021, the Detroit Lions claimed kicker Austin Seibert off waivers from the Cincinnati Bengals, adding him to the active roster amid a search for kicking stability early in the season. In the 2021 season, Seibert appeared in six games for the Lions, converting 10 of 12 field goal attempts (83.3%) and all five extra point attempts (100%), providing reliable special teams performance during a rebuilding year for the franchise under head coach Dan Campbell. His consistency on extra points was particularly notable, as the Lions navigated offensive challenges in a 3-13-1 campaign, with Seibert handling all kicking duties until a hip injury sidelined him in November. Seibert returned for the 2022 season opener and played in the first three games, making 3 of 5 attempts (60%) while remaining perfect on 12 extra point tries (100%), again demonstrating dependability in short-yardage situations for a Lions team focused on foundational growth. However, after struggling with a issue and inconsistent longer kicks, the Lions waived him on October 7, 2022, to elevate to the active roster.

New York Jets (first stint)

Following his departure from the , Austin Seibert signed with the ' practice squad on September 16, 2023, as insurance for kicker , who was sidelined with a injury. Seibert was immediately elevated to the active roster for the Jets' Week 2 game against the on September 17, where he served as the backup kicker during Zuerlein's absence, contributing to the team's preparation and special teams depth. He was not elevated again after Zuerlein returned from injury and was released from the practice squad on September 30, 2023, concluding his initial brief tenure with the team.

New Orleans Saints

On November 28, 2023, the signed Austin Seibert to their as an injury replacement for kicker , who had sustained a minor groin injury during practice. This move came after the held tryouts for several kickers, selecting Seibert for his veteran experience to provide depth at the position. Seibert quickly integrated into the team's routines, participating in special teams drills and full-team practices over the following week to familiarize himself with the Saints' operations and build rapport with holders and snappers. His role focused on serving as reliable insurance, allowing coaches to monitor Grupe's recovery without immediate risk to game preparation. With Grupe regaining full health and no further need for additional kicking support, the Saints released Seibert from the on December 7, 2023, after just over a week of limited involvement. This short stint followed Seibert's earlier release from the ' in September.

New York Jets (second stint)

Seibert rejoined the on December 27, 2023, signing to their as insurance for Greg Zuerlein, who was dealing with a injury ahead of the Week 17 matchup against the . This marked his second stint with the team that season, following a brief earlier elevation in September and a subsequent period interrupted by a one-week with the . The Jets did not elevate Seibert for the game, as Zuerlein recovered and handled all kicking duties in the 37-20 victory. Seibert was elevated from the for Week 18 against the on January 7, 2024, making 1 of 1 attempts from 34 yards and 1 of 1 extra point in a 17-3 win. On , 2024, following the conclusion of the 2023 regular season, Seibert signed a reserve/future contract with the Jets, securing his spot on the roster heading into the offseason. During the 2024 and preseason, he served as the kicker behind Zuerlein, participating in practices and competing for the role while focusing primarily on kickoff responsibilities. Seibert handled six kickoffs across two preseason games, averaging 61.8 yards per attempt, contributing to the team's special teams efforts in wins over the and . The Jets released Seibert on August 27, 2024, as part of their final roster cuts to reach the 53-player limit, opting to retain Zuerlein as their sole kicker.

Washington Commanders

On September 10, 2024, the signed veteran kicker Austin Seibert to the active roster following the release of after a poor performance in the season opener. Seibert, who had been waived by the earlier that summer, quickly became a key contributor in his first stint with the team. In Week 2 against the on September 15, 2024, he set a franchise record by making all seven of his attempts, accounting for all 21 of the Commanders' points in a 21-18 victory; his efforts earned him the NFC Special Teams Player of the Week honors for that week. Over the course of the 2024 regular season, Seibert converted 27 of 30 attempts (90.0 percent), with a longest of 55 yards, establishing himself as a reliable option before injuries sidelined him. However, he was placed on injured reserve on November 26, 2024, due to a injury following a hip issue that had already caused him to miss two prior games; he had returned briefly for one game but struggled, missing two extra points against the . Seibert's time with the Commanders extended into the 2025 offseason, but persistent hip and injuries limited his participation, allowing to take over kicking duties in the latter half of 2024 and beyond. On September 24, 2025, Seibert announced his retirement from the after six seasons, citing persistent hip and issues, culminating in a full tear, as the primary reason; he concluded his career without any playoff appearances. Across his professional tenure, Seibert made 72 of 86 field goals (83.7 percent success rate), with a career-long of 55 yards and 67 kickoff touchbacks, while earning approximately $3.8 million in salary.

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