Green Bay Packers: Brandon McManus Makes Significantly Stunning Announcement After Latest Showdown Win
The Green Bay Packers opted to change their kicker ahead of the upcoming game against the Houston Texans. They let go of Brayden Narveson and brought in Brandon McManus. This decision was met with backlash from fans due to McManus’s previous off-field problems with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
On Sunday, McManus kicked a game-winning 45-yard field goal just as time ran out, securing a 24-22 victory for the Packers over the Texans. Last season, Brandon McManus performed well as a field goal kicker for the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Green Bay Packers Kicker Brandon McManus Speaks To the Media After the Game
There’s no doubt that McManus is currently the standout star for the Packers’ special teams. The kicking game was a significant concern heading into the 2024 season, but it appears they may have finally found a solution. After the game, McManus spoke with Matt Schneidman from The Athletic, expressing his enjoyment of high-pressure situations.
He told Schneidman:
“You have to approach each game knowing it could come down to you. That’s why I chose this position long ago. I thrive in pressure moments.”
This likely won’t be the last time this season that Brandon McManus will be called upon for a game-winning field goal or another crucial kick. If he continues to perform well, he has the opportunity to bring joy to Packers fans.
McManus Talks About Early Career Struggles
In addition to discussing his game-winning field goal on Sunday, McManus reflected on the challenges he faced early in his NFL career. He shared with Matt Schneidman:
“I had a tough start to my career, getting cut three times and traded. That’s just part of the job. I wouldn’t wish that on anyone, but sometimes it’s necessary to experience it—missing a few kicks, learning about the winds, and understanding game situations. Every time I get to kick a game winner or any field goal, I’m excited to contribute and score points in this league. I’ve been watching games since I was three years old, and it’s still a dream of mine to play at this level. It’s amazing to help the team win in my first game at Lambeau Field.”
Next week, Brandon McManus will aim to deliver big kicks for the Packers against his former team, the Jacksonville Jaguars, who currently have a 2-5 record. This match could be a potential trap game for the Packers, who have improved to 5-2 this season.