In a season filled with injuries, inconsistency at quarterback, and off-field distractions, one constant stood tall — or rather, stepped up — every single week: Chris Boswell.
The veteran kicker for the Pittsburgh Steelers didn’t just have a good season. He had a historic one, and arguably the most valuable season by any kicker in the league.
Boswell finished the 2024 regular season going 41 of 44 on field goal attempts (93.2%) and was a perfect 35-for-35 on extra points. He accounted for 158 total points, the most of any kicker in the NFL that year. But even those numbers don’t tell the full story.
A Reliable Weapon in Unreliable Situations
When the offense stalled — which it often did — Boswell delivered.
When the Steelers needed momentum, he gave them field position and confidence.
And when the game was on the line? He was automatic.
From 50+ yards, in rain or wind, home or away — Boswell became the most trusted foot in football.
“He beat the Ravens single-footedly!” one fan commented — and it wasn’t hyperbole.
Against Baltimore in Week 14, Boswell scored all 15 points in a gritty 15–12 win, including a 55-yarder that sealed the game with 0:04 on the clock. That wasn’t an outlier — it was a pattern.
More Than Special Teams
Boswell’s impact stretched beyond points. His leadership in the locker room, composure under pressure, and consistency allowed the defense to play confidently, knowing even stalled drives could yield three points.
While T.J. Watt and Minkah Fitzpatrick led the headlines, it was Boswell who kept the scoreboard moving in games where the offense sputtered.
“He’s not just a kicker. He’s a closer,” said Steelers coach Mike Tomlin after a win over the Bengals.
A Season to Remember
In a league obsessed with quarterbacks and explosive plays, Chris Boswell reminded everyone that winning still comes down to execution, discipline — and sometimes, one perfect swing of the leg.
Whether or not kickers get the respect they deserve, Steelers Nation knows who saved their season.
