Early Life & College Background
Nick Folk was born on November 5, 1984 in Los Angeles, California. He attended Notre Dame High School in Sherman Oaks, where he starred in football and soccer before heading to college.
Folk played his college football at Arizona Wildcats from 2003 to 2006. As both a kicker and punter, he proved his versatility: during his college career, he made 30-of-47 field goals, converted 79-of-81 extra points, and punted 96 times for a total of 4,242 yards (averaging 44.2 yards per punt), including a long of 61 yards. In his senior year, he earned First-team All-Pac-10 honors.
NFL Career & Milestones
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Folk was selected in the 6th round (178th overall) of the 2007 NFL Draft by the Dallas Cowboys.
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He made an immediate impact: in his rookie season (2007), he converted 26-of-31 field goals and made all 53 extra-point attempts, finishing with 131 points — the most by a Cowboys placekicker in a single season up to that point. He became the first rookie Cowboys kicker to be selected for the Pro Bowl.
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Over his career, he has played for several teams, including: Dallas Cowboys → New York Jets → Tampa Bay Buccaneers → Arizona Hotshots (AAF) → New England Patriots → Tennessee Titans → back to New York Jets (as of 2025)
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His longevity and consistency are remarkable. As of 2025, he remains an active placekicker in the NFL, still contributing at a high level.
Age & Physical Profile
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Date of Birth: November 5, 1984 → Age: 41 (as of 2025)
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Height / Weight: 6’1″ (185 cm) and 222 lbs (100 kg)
Career Earnings & Net Worth
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As of 2025, Nick Folk’s estimated net worth is approximately US $25–26 million.
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His 2025 contract (with the New York Jets) is reportedly one year, US $2.875 million, including a $620,000 signing bonus and $755,000 guaranteed.
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Over his long NFL career (from 2007 onward), Folk has accumulated more than two decades’ worth of salary, bonuses, and incentives — contributing to his substantial career earnings.
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Much of his wealth is attributed not only to his on-field earnings, but also reportedly to investments — including real estate and business ventures.
Legacy & Impact
Nick Folk stands out as a rare example of longevity and reliability in NFL — a kicker who has remained effective over nearly two decades. From being a Pro Bowl rookie to maintaining professional-level performance into his 40s, he has proven his value across multiple teams. His consistent execution, clutch kicking in pressure situations, and adaptability (switching teams, returning after hiatus) highlight a career marked by resilience and excellence.
His financial success — combining earnings from contracts, bonuses, and off-field investments — also underscores how a sustained sports career at elite level can translate into long-term financial stability.
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