ST. LOUIS — Louisville Kings kicker Tanner Brown achieved a historic feat by making two four-point field goals in a single game, a accomplishment not previously recorded in NFL history, during the team's victory over the St. Louis Battlehawks on Tuesday.
Brown connected on a 60-yard field goal in the first quarter and another long kick later in the contest, helping the Kings secure a 29-20 win, according to league reports. Under UFL rules introduced for the 2026 season, successful field goals from 60 yards or longer are worth four points instead of the standard three.
The performance marked the first time a kicker has achieved multiple four-point field goals in one UFL game. Brown, who was named the league's 2026 Kicker of the Year earlier in the season, has been one of the standout performers in the spring league.
The UFL implemented the four-point rule to encourage more aggressive kicking strategies and increase scoring. League officials, including rules analyst Mike Blandino, have noted that longer kicks carry greater risk and should offer greater reward. Similar ideas have been discussed in NFL circles but have not been adopted.
"Brown has been exceptional all season," a Kings coach said after the game. "His ability to make those long kicks changes the game for us."
Earlier in the season, DC Defenders kicker Matt McCrane made the first four-point field goal in UFL history, a 60-yarder against the Battlehawks in late March. Other kickers have since converted from that distance, but Brown's double feat stood out.
The game was part of the ongoing UFL schedule, which features teams from multiple cities competing in a shorter spring season. Attendance and viewership for UFL games have grown since its formation through the merger of predecessor leagues.
Brown's success comes amid a broader trend of strong kicking performances across professional football. Several UFL alumni have made impacts in the NFL with long field goals, including notable records set in recent seasons.
As of late Tuesday, league officials had no further immediate comments on rule adjustments. The Kings improved their standing in the league with the win, though exact playoff implications depend on remaining games.
Details on Brown's seasonal statistics were not immediately available, but reports indicated he has led the league in field goal accuracy and volume throughout 2026. The UFL season continues with additional matchups scheduled in the coming weeks.
