Dallas Cowboys Kicker Brandon Aubrey Misses Practice Due to Jury Duty

Dallas Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey has made headlines for an unusual reason, missing the team’s Wednesday practice to fulfill his civic duty by serving on a jury. Aubrey was listed on the injury report with an excused absence, a rare occurrence in the NFL, as he reported for jury duty.

Aubrey has been selected to serve on a 12-person jury for a felony assault case in Tarrant County‘s 297th District Court, specifically a second-degree strangulation charge. Despite efforts by the Cowboys to have him excused, Aubrey insisted on fulfilling his civic obligations.

The absence of Aubrey from practice is significant as the Cowboys prepare for a crucial matchup against the San Francisco 49ers this Sunday. Aubrey is a key player for the team, boasting an impressive field goal success rate of 89.5 percent and leading the league with a long kick of 65 yards. He is also the team’s leading scorer, accounting for 60 points out of the Cowboys’ total 126 scored this season.

The situation has raised concerns about Aubrey’s availability for the upcoming game. If his jury duty extends beyond the current week, it could impact his readiness and potentially hinder the team’s performance. The Cowboys are currently holding a 3-3 record and are in need of a victory to stay competitive in the NFC East division.

According to reports, the judge will work with Aubrey’s football schedule to ensure he can fulfill both his civic and professional duties. However, the exact duration of his jury service remains uncertain, adding to the uncertainty surrounding his availability for the game against the 49ers.