Butker's 69-yard FG sets preseason record

Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker delivered a 69-yard field goal right before halftime in a preseason showdown with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, a kick that would have set an NFL regular-season record if it counted in that context. The effort underscored his return to star form and the Chiefs’ dangerous scoring ability, aided by quarterback Patrick Mahomes’ reaction when joining the celebration. Multiple outlets note that the 69-yarder would have surpassed Cam Little’s 68-yard regular-season record, highlighting the growing gap between preseason hype and regular-season records. Analysts also point to Butker’s career-long 62-yard make in 2022 and his strong 50-plus yard track record, framing the kick as a sign the Chiefs’ special-teams threat could alter late-game strategy. While the play occurred in the preseason, it fueled talk about Butker’s potential to become the longest official field goal in NFL history. The broader context includes previews of his consistency and the Chiefs’ high-powered offense elevating expectations for the coming season.