Jay Feely

Named to the PFWA All-Rookie Team in 2001, Jay Feely quickly established himself as a prominent talent in the National Football League. As a rookie kicker for the Atlanta Falcons, he successfully converted 29 of 37 field goal attempts and all 28 extra point attempts, tying for second in the NFC with 115 points. His early career with the Falcons also saw him set a franchise record for most field goals in a season with 32 in 2002, earning him both NFL Special Teams Player of the Week (October 20, 2002) and NFC Special Teams Player of the Month (October 2002) honors. Prior to his NFL tenure, Feely earned four varsity letters at the University of Michigan from 1995 to 1998, contributing to the 1997 FBS national championship team and receiving an All-Big Ten mention in 1998, where he converted 17 of 22 field goals and 40 of 41 point-after attempts.

Beyond his accomplished sports and media endeavors, Feely has embarked on a new chapter in public service. In 2025, he announced his candidacy as a Republican for Arizona’s 5th congressional district, seeking to succeed Andy Biggs. As a candidate, he has clearly articulated his platform, emphasizing his commitment to fiscal and social conservative principles, as well as pro-business policies.