Skip Bayless Backs Brandon Aubrey's $10M Demand From Dallas Cowboys

Analyst argues standout kicker deserves to be highest-paid at his position.

Published on Mar. 7, 2026

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Skip Bayless has voiced his support for Dallas Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey's contract demands, saying the standout player is worth the $10 million per year he is reportedly seeking from the team. The Cowboys have placed a $5.76 million second-round restricted free agent tender on Aubrey, but the two sides remain far apart on a long-term extension, with the team's offer around $7 million annually.

Why it matters

The disagreement between Aubrey and the Cowboys highlights a common offseason storyline in the NFL, where players believe their value has increased while teams try to keep spending under control. Aubrey has quickly established himself as one of the league's most dependable kickers, making a record six field goals from 60 yards or longer, and the outcome of this contract dispute could set the market for top-tier kickers going forward.

The details

Since joining the Cowboys in 2023, Aubrey has converted 112 of 127 field goal attempts, including a 65-yarder. In 2025 alone, he made 36 of 42 kicks, with every miss coming from 51 yards or beyond. The Cowboys have offered Aubrey a deal that would make him the highest-paid kicker in the NFL, topping the $6.4 million per year currently earned by Harrison Butker of the Kansas City Chiefs. However, Aubrey's representatives are believed to be seeking something closer to $10 million per season.

  • The Cowboys placed the $5.76 million second-round restricted free agent tender on Aubrey in March 2026.
  • Aubrey has been with the Cowboys since 2023.

The players

Brandon Aubrey

A standout kicker for the Dallas Cowboys who is seeking a long-term contract worth around $10 million per year.

Skip Bayless

A sports analyst who has voiced his support for Aubrey's contract demands, arguing the kicker is worth the $10 million per year he is seeking.

Jerry Jones

The owner of the Dallas Cowboys, who has said the organization presented Aubrey with a deal that would make him the highest-paid kicker in the NFL.

Harrison Butker

The Kansas City Chiefs kicker who currently earns $6.4 million per year, the highest salary for a kicker in the NFL.

Todd France

The agent representing Brandon Aubrey in his contract negotiations with the Dallas Cowboys.

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What they’re saying

“Brandon Aubrey is worth exactly what he's asking for - 10 million. He's that valuable.”

— Skip Bayless (X)

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