When the Cleveland Browns traded for kicker Dustin Hopkins, they were hoping to gain some consistency with a proven veteran. Through the first six games, the Browns have not only gotten that consistency out of Hopkins, they've gotten record-breaking performances.
On Sunday against the Colts, Hopkins nailed two 54-yard field goals, proving his range is deeper than many gave him credit for before the season started.
It wasn't the first time, either. Hopkins has made a 50+ yard field goal in five consecutive games this season. His kicking helped lead the Browns to their big win over the then-undefeated 49ers. He was named the AFC Special Teams Player of the Week for that performance.
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Against the Colts, Hopkins hit numerous 50+ yard field goals, even hitting his career-long of 58 yards in the fourth quarter.
Sunday's game not only solidified Hopkins as a reliable kicker but it also saw him make NFL history.
With his field goals Sunday, Hopkins became the first kicker in NFL history to convert a 50+ yard field goal in five consecutive games within a single season.
The Browns knew they had a shot at a reliable kicker when they got Hopkins, but six games into the season, the move to bring him onto the team looks even sweeter for Cleveland.
