Morten Andersen is a retired NFL kicker. He is the NFL's all-time leading scorer. Andersen announced his retirement on December 8, 2008.ESPN.com: Andersen, 48, hangs up cleats as all-time top scorer (December 8, 2008)
NFL Career
Morten Andersen was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the 1982 NFL Draft. Andersen was selected to six Pro Bowls while playing for the Saints. He was released after the 1994 season and signed with the Atlanta Falcons for the 1995 season. Andersen again made the Pro Bowl after his first season with the Falcons. He also became the first NFL player to kick three filed goals over 50 yards in one game.NFL.com: Morten Andersen
Andersen played 25 seasons in the NFL. In 2006, he became the all-time leading scorer in NFL history. He also became the leader in career field goals made. Andersen announced his retirement in 2008, ending his career with 2,544 points.NFL.com: Morten Andersen
Career Stats
- Field goals attempted: 709
- Field goals made: 565
- Percentage: 79.7
- Long: 60 yards
References
Fast Facts
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Born
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Birthplace
Struer, Denmark
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Height
6'2"
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Weight
225 lbs
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Position
Kicker
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College
Michigan State
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NFL Draft
86th overall in 1982 (New Orleans Saints)
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Holds multiple NFL records
