Michael Badgley

About

Veteran NFL placekicker that was first signed by the Indianapolis Colts as an undrafted free agent in 2018. He later signed a multi-year deal with the Detroit Lions in October 2022. He has also played for the Los Angeles Chargers, Tennessee Titans and Chicago Bears during his NFL career. In 2023, he began playing for the Washington Commanders.

Before Fame

He previously played college football at the University of Miami. As a senior in 2017, he was named a member of the first team All-SEC. 

Trivia

At the end of his collegiate career, he held six different Miami program records. In particular, he holds records for longest field goal, most field goals made in a single game, most field goals made in a season, most field goals attempted in a season, most career field goals made and he is also Miami's all-time scoring leader. 

Family Life

Growing up, he lived along with his family in the Summit, New Jersey area. He is one of three siblings. 

Associated With

He is a former Miami collegiate athlete just like Ed Reed and Ryan Braun.