50 best players in the AFC East
By Brian Miller
Stephen Gostkowski
Oct 16, 2014; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots kicker Stephen Gostkowski (3) kicks a field goal against the New York Jets during the second half at Gillette Stadium. The New England Patriots defeated the New York Jets 27-25. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports
One of the most reliable place kickers in the NFL, Stephen Gostkowski joined the Patriots via the 2006 NFL Draft. Taken in the 4th round, Gostkowski has been one of the most consistent field goal kicker in NFL history.
With the three pro-bowls to his career, Gostkowski has placed himself on the Patriots record books by being the all-time leading scorer in franchise history. He entered the 2006 season competing with Marti’n Gramatica after former kicker Adam Vinatieri signed with the Colts.
Over his career with New England, Gostkowski has made 86.8% of his field goal attempts including 13 of 17 from more than 50 yards. He is 99.8% on extra points
3× Pro Bowl (2008, 2013, 2014)
First-team All-Pro (2008)
Second-team All-Pro (2014)
3× AFC Champion (2007, 2011, 2014)
4× NFL season scoring leader (2008, 2012, 2013, 2014)
New England Patriots season record field goal percentage (94.6%, 2014)
Patriots all-time leading scorer