Mason Crosby is an American football placekicker who has played for the Green Bay Packers since 2007. He was born on September 3, 1984, in Lubbock, Texas, and attended the University of Colorado, where he played college football for the Colorado Buffaloes.
Crosby was selected by the Packers in the sixth round of the 2007 NFL Draft, and he quickly established himself as one of the league's most reliable kickers. In his rookie season, he made 31 of 39 field goal attempts and all 38 of his extra point attempts, earning him a spot on the NFL All-Rookie Team.
Over the course of his career, Crosby has become known for his accuracy and his ability to make clutch kicks in pressure situations. He has made numerous game-winning field goals, including a 51-yarder in the 2010 NFC Championship Game that sent the Packers to the Super Bowl.
Crosby has also been a model of consistency, rarely missing kicks and setting numerous records along the way. In 2011, he set a Packers record by making 24 consecutive field goals, and in 2013 he set an NFL record by making 12 consecutive field goals of 50 yards or more.
Despite his success, Crosby has faced his share of challenges over the years. In 2012, he struggled with his accuracy, making just 63.6% of his field goal attempts. However, he bounced back in 2013, making 89.2% of his attempts and earning a spot in the Pro Bowl.
Throughout his career, Crosby has been a key contributor to the Packers' success, helping them win a Super Bowl in 2010 and making the playoffs in numerous other seasons. He has also been a leader in the locker room, earning the respect of his teammates and coaches for his work ethic and professionalism.
As of 2021, Crosby is still playing for the Packers, and he shows no signs of slowing down. He remains one of the league's most reliable kickers, and he continues to make clutch kicks in pressure situations. With his combination of accuracy, consistency, and leadership, Crosby is sure to go down as one of the greatest kickers in Packers history.
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