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#16 Punter

Jake Bailey

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Atlanta Falcons
Height / Weight
6'2" / 212 lbs
Born
June 18, 1997 (28)
College
NFL Draft
2019: Rd. 5, No. 163 (NE)
NFL Career
8th Season
SEASON STATS 2025
PUNTS
63
AVG
47.7
0.6
LNG
64
0.0
IN20
21
PLAYER INFO
Full Name: Jake Bailey

Background and Early Career

Jake Bailey was born on June 18, 1997, in Solana Beach, California. Standing at 6 feet 2 inches and weighing 205 pounds, Bailey honed his skills at Santa Fe Christian High School before playing college football at Stanford University. Known for his strong leg and precision, he quickly became a standout punter, earning All-Pac-12 honors during his collegiate career.

Playing Style and Strengths

Bailey's playing style is characterized by his exceptional hang time and directional punting. His ability to pin opponents deep in their own territory makes him a valuable asset on special teams. In 2020, Bailey led the NFL in net punting average with 45.6 yards, showcasing his consistency and power.

Notable Achievements

Jake Bailey was selected by the New England Patriots in the fifth round of the 2019 NFL Draft. He quickly proved his worth, earning a Pro Bowl selection and First-team All-Pro honors in 2020. Bailey's performance has solidified his reputation as one of the premier punters in the league.

Career stats
Season
Team
PUNTS
AVG
LNG
YDS
TB
TB%
IN20
IN20%
2025
63 47.7 64 3,005 3 4.76 21 33.33
2024
56 47.1 64 2,639 5 8.93 22 39.29
2023
53 45.7 66 2,424 3 5.66 20 37.74
2022
37 42.1 62 1,557 5 13.51 12 32.43
2021
49 47.3 71 2,316 6 12.24 23 46.94
2020
55 48.7 71 2,678 5 9.09 31 56.36
2019
81 44.9 65 3,638 6 7.41 36 44.44

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