As Super Bowl LX approaches, fans eagerly anticipate a high-stakes clash between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks, both vying for the prestigious Lombardi Trophy. While much of the spotlight centers on the quarterbacks—Drake Maye of the Patriots and Sam Darnold of the Seahawks—outcomes could ultimately depend on the performances of two kickers: Jason Myers and Andres Borregales.
Over the course of the 2025 season, Myers has proven himself as a reliable force for the Seahawks. At 34 years old, he is a seasoned veteran in the NFL, securing a contract worth $12.3 million with $7.5 million guaranteed. He is also set to earn a base salary of $5.1 million in 2026, with a cap hit of nearly $7 million. His exceptional performance led him to set a record for most points scored in a season without a touchdown, converting 41 of 48 field goals and achieving a perfect track record on extra points, successfully completing all 48 attempts.
On the flip side, Borregales, just 23 years old, has had a remarkable ascent in his rookie season. Selected in the sixth round of the 2025 NFL Draft, he is the first kicker off the board and the fourth Venezuelan-born player to join the NFL. The Patriots signed him to a four-year rookie deal valued at $4.45 million, which will run through the 2028 season. Borregales notably made waves in Week 5 with a 52-yard game-winner against the Buffalo Bills and shined in Week 12, where he converted all four field goals and both extra points in a critical victory over the Cincinnati Bengals.
His performance continued to excel under pressure, as demonstrated in the AFC Championship against the Denver Broncos, where he scored the deciding field goal under severe weather conditions, helping propel the Patriots to the Super Bowl.
Both kickers reflect the high-stakes nature of their heavily scrutinized position, where a single kick can define a game. A kicker’s success in playoffs can immortalize their contributions in NFL lore, making their performance in Super Bowl LX crucial not just for their teams but for their individual legacies as well.
With both Myers and Borregales showing incredible promise, fans have much to look forward to as they prepare for the thrilling battle on the gridiron for the Lombardi Trophy. The outcome may well hinge on these two players’ performances, showcasing how vital kickers are in the modern game.