Brandon McManus
Kicker
#8
Experience: 6 years
Height: 6-3
Age: 27
Weight: 201 lbs
College: Temple
2018 SEASON
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FGA25
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FGM20
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PCT80
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LNG53
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The Out Route presented by Ford: Casey Kreiter
On his way out of the office, long snapper Casey Kreiter talks about playing video games and gets a surprise from his teammates.
DraftKings presents 'Ask a Bronco': Brandon McManus
Kicker Brandon McManus answers your questions about his game-winning kick against the Chargers and whether he has ever attempted to kick barefoot.
Brandon McManus unveils clothing line to benefit anti-bullying campaign
Brandon McManus meets the media on Monday to describe why he's become involved in supporting anti-bullying efforts.
Brandon McManus finds redemption with game winner vs. Los Angeles
Kicker Brandon McManus tells Broncos TV about his game-winning kick and how he approached the final opportunity.
#DENvsLAC: McManus hits game-winning field goal to beat the Chargers
Kicker Brandon McManus makes the game-winning field goal as time expires to beat the Chargers.
Brandon McManus explains missed game-winning kick
Brandon McManus talks about what went wrong against the Texans, as he missed two field goals on Sunday, including an attempt at a game winner from 51 yards.
Broncos, Hollywood celebrities help raise money for Global Down Syndrome Foundation
At the Global Down Syndrome Foundation's 10th Anniversary Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show, the Broncos and other celebrities gathered in Denver for the largest fundraiser in the world benefiting people with Down syndrome.
#KCvsDEN: Brandon McManus connects from 34 yards as first half expires
Kicker Brandon McManus rushes on to the field to hit a 34-yard field goal as time runs out in the first half.
Xfinity's Fastest Interview: K Brandon McManus
Kicker Brandon McManus tries to answer as many questions as he can in 60 seconds during Xfinity's Fastest Interview.
As I Saw It: How Dave Logan called Brandon McManus' game-winning field goal
Watch as Dave Logan makes the call during Brandon McManus' game-winning field goal to beat the Raiders.
Amateur Hour: McManus and Kreiter draw swords
Before training camp began, Brandon McManus and Casey Kreiter visited the Denver Fencing Center and their competitive spirit took center stage.
'Grind Time': Broncos outlast Oakland in classic rivalry game
Go on the field and relive all the exciting moments from the Broncos' 20-19 win over Oakland.
Brandon McManus nails 36-yard FG to win the game
Denver Broncos kicker Brandon McManus makes a 36-yard field goal attempt with seconds left in the game.
Broncos serve up food, give back at fourth annual Taste of the Broncos presented by King Soopers
John Elway and nearly 40 players attended the fourth annual Taste of the Broncos presented by King Soopers on Monday night. The event raises money for Denver Broncos Charities and Food Bank of the Rockies, and it's a great way for players to interact with fans while eating food from the top restaurants in the city.
McManus makes a grand entrance vs. Cardinals
Broncos TV's Matt Boyer talks with kicker Brandon McManus about his grand entrance during his player introduction, and how much he is looking forward to Week One against the Chargers.
Broncos visit Mexican National Team practice
Brandon McManus and Riley Dixon meet with members of the Mexican National Soccer Team ahead of the team's World Cup Qualifiers and Gold Cup matches. 'El Tri' will play in Denver during the Gold Cup at Sports Authority Field on July 13, 2017.
McManus tests his hockey skills with DU Hockey
Kicker Brandon McManus traded field goals for penalty shots Thursday at the University of Denver's hockey practice.
McManus: 'Unbelievable team win'
Brandon McManus' 34-yard field goal in overtime won the game for the Broncos, as the team improved to 6-0 on the season.
'Consistent' McManus never lost confidence
Brandon McManus says he never lost confidence last year but instead continued to try and prove his worth to the Broncos, as he is now the only place kicker on the roster.
McManus, Barth go toe-to-toe
Kicker Brandon McManus made a 70-yard field goal during practice on Tuesday, and then minutes later kicker Connor Barth followed up with a 65-yard field goal of his own.
Broncos show faith in McManus
The Broncos show faith in kicker Brandon McManus as they released Matt Prater on Friday.
Recent Games
| WK | OPP | RESULT | BLK | LNG | FG Att | FGM | PCT | XP Att | XPM | XPCT | XBLK | KO | AVG | TB | Ret | Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | Chargers | L 9 - 23 | 0 | 28 | 1 | 1 | 100 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 48 | 2 | 0 | ||
| 16 | @Raiders | L 14 - 27 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 100 | 0 | 3 | 59 | 1 | 2 | 23 |
| 15 | Browns | L 16 - 17 | 0 | 44 | 3 | 3 | 100 | 1 | 1 | 100 | 0 | 5 | 65.6 | 3 | 2 | 24 |
| 14 | @49ers | L 14 - 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 100 | 0 | 3 | 59.7 | 0 | 3 | 15.3 | |
| 13 | @Bengals | W 24 - 10 | 0 | 29 | 2 | 1 | 50 | 3 | 3 | 100 | 0 | 5 | 65.6 | 4 | 1 | 29 |
| 12 | Steelers | W 24 - 17 | 0 | 41 | 1 | 1 | 100 | 3 | 3 | 100 | 0 | 5 | 65 | 5 | 0 | |
| 11 | @Chargers | W 23 - 22 | 0 | 34 | 1 | 1 | 100 | 2 | 2 | 100 | 0 | 4 | 65.8 | 1 | 3 | 23.3 |
| 9 | Texans | L 17 - 19 | 0 | 44 | 3 | 1 | 33.3 | 2 | 2 | 100 | 0 | 4 | 65 | 4 | 0 | |
| 8 | @Chiefs | L 23 - 30 | 0 | 36 | 2 | 1 | 50 | 2 | 2 | 100 | 0 | 5 | 53.4 | 1 | 4 | 21.8 |
| 7 | @Cardinals | W 45 - 10 | 0 | 41 | 1 | 1 | 100 | 6 | 6 | 100 | 0 | 8 | 63.9 | 3 | 5 | 15.4 |
| 6 | Rams | L 20 - 23 | 0 | 28 | 2 | 2 | 100 | 2 | 2 | 100 | 0 | 5 | 53.2 | 3 | 1 | 31 |
| 5 | @Jets | L 16 - 34 | 0 | 30 | 1 | 1 | 100 | 1 | 1 | 100 | 0 | 4 | 50 | 1 | 2 | 15 |
| 4 | Chiefs | L 23 - 27 | 0 | 46 | 3 | 3 | 100 | 2 | 2 | 100 | 0 | 5 | 65 | 5 | 0 | |
| 3 | @Ravens | L 14 - 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 100 | 0 | 3 | 64.7 | 0 | 3 | 26 | |
| 2 | Raiders | W 20 - 19 | 0 | 39 | 2 | 2 | 100 | 2 | 2 | 100 | 0 | 5 | 65 | 5 | 0 | |
| 1 | Seahawks | W 27 - 24 | 0 | 53 | 2 | 2 | 100 | 3 | 3 | 100 | 0 | 6 | 63.5 | 4 | 2 | 19.5 |
Career Stats
K Career
| SEASON | TEAM | G | GS | BLK | LNG | FG Att | FGM | PCT | XP Att | XPM | XPCT | XBLK | KO | AVG | TB | Ret | Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Denver Broncos | 15 | 0 | 0 | 44 | 13 | 9 | 69.2 | 41 | 41 | 100 | 0 | 91 | 65.7 | 64 | 27 | 26.1 |
| 2015 | Denver Broncos | 16 | 0 | 0 | 57 | 35 | 30 | 85.7 | 36 | 35 | 97.2 | 0 | 81 | 62.3 | 55 | 24 | 20.5 |
| 2016 | Denver Broncos | 16 | 0 | 0 | 55 | 34 | 29 | 85.3 | 33 | 32 | 97 | 1 | 79 | 61.6 | 51 | 24 | 18.3 |
| 2017 | Denver Broncos | 16 | 0 | 2 | 53 | 32 | 24 | 75 | 27 | 27 | 100 | 0 | 71 | 59 | 45 | 20 | 23 |
| 2018 | Denver Broncos | 16 | 0 | 0 | 53 | 25 | 20 | 80 | 35 | 35 | 100 | 0 | 73 | 61.3 | 42 | 28 | 20.8 |
| TOTAL | 79 | 0 | 2 | 57 | 139 | 112 | 80.6 | 172 | 170 | 98.8 | 1 | 395 | 61.98 | 257 | 123 | 21.74 |
Biography
McMANUS AT A GLANCE:
- A fifth-year kicker who appeared in 63 regular-season games and four postseason contests with Denver from 2014-17, connecting on 92-of-114 career field goals (80.7%).
- Owns Denver’s second-highest overall (regular season + postseason) field goal percentage, connecting on 102-of-124 attempts (82.5%)
- Made 24-of-32 field goal attempts (75.0%) and was a perfect 27-for-27 on extra points in 2017.
- Connected on 29-of 34 field goals (85.3%) in 2016, including three from 50-plus yards, in addition to converting 32-of-33 extra point attempts (97.0%).
- Finished the 2015 season tied for third in franchise history with 30 made field goals and ranked fourth in the NFL with a kickoff touchback percentage of 70.5.
- Named AFC Special Teams Player of the Month (October, 2015) after converting 10-of-11 field goals, including the first two game-winning kicks of his career.
- Totaled the second-most made field goals all-time in a single postseason (10-for-10) during Denver’s Super Bowl 50-winning playoffs.
- Competed in the preseason with Indianapolis as a rookie in 2013 and with the N.Y. Giants in 2014 before being acquired by Denver in a trade.
- Received the 2012 College Football Performance Awards Specialist Trophy as the nation’s best overall kicker following his senior year at Temple University.
- Holds Temple career records for points scored (338), field goals made (60) and punting average (45.4).
- Joined the Broncos on Aug. 26, 2014, in a trade with the N.Y. Giants in exchange for a seventh-round draft choice.
- Entered the NFL as a college free agent with Indianapolis on April 30, 2013.
CAREER TRANSACTIONS: Signed by Indianapolis as a college free agent 4/30/13; Waived by Indianapolis 8/26/13; Signed to a future contract by N.Y. Giants on 1/2/14; Traded to Denver 8/26/14; Waived by Denver 11/25/14; Signed by Denver (practice squad) 12/4/14; Signed by Denver (active roster) 12/6/14.
An offer he couldn’t refuse: How Von Miller became godfather to one of Brandon McManus’ sons
The Squeeze: An exhilarating Derby day
The Squeeze: Cheering Tiger's triumph at the Masters and getting ready for 'Game of Thrones'
McManus’ game-winning field goal brings euphoria, redemption to Broncos’ locker room
Two kicks, decisions play defining role in 19-17 loss
Why it happened: Broncos 20, Raiders 19
The Squeeze: DeMarcus Ware to join 'Dancing with the Stars'
Broncos announce captains for 2018 season
Broncos training camp Day 10 observations
Broncos training camp Day 2 observations
Brandon McManus turns to self-reflection to improve after 2017 season
The Squeeze: Miller, McManus, Parks, Kerr support Avalanche's playoff march
Sacco Sez: How the Broncos were really built
The Squeeze: Von meets Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez
HC Vance Joseph hosts "Wish for Wheels" bike build to benefit low-income students
The Squeeze: Man City in the city
Why it happened: Broncos 23, Jets 0
Broncos start fast to earn 13-0 halftime lead over Jets
Why it happened: Bengals 20, Broncos 17
Why it happened: Patriots 41, Broncos 16
The Squeeze: A touchdown throwback
BMW Ultimate Performance: Cody Latimer shines downfield and on special teams
Broncos select their My Cause My Cleats campaigns for 2017
Mason's Mailbag: How Brock Olivo and Brandon McManus worked to break the slump
Defining Moments: Giants 23, Broncos 10
Broncos strut their stuff to support Global Down Syndrome Foundation's 2018 Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show
Von Miller, Case Keenum, Brandon McManus, Justin Simmons, Jeff Heuerman and Phillip Lindsay joined celebrities and advocate models to hit the runway at the Global Down Syndrome Foundation's 10th Anniversary Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show.
Brandon McManus and Casey Kreiter try their hands at fencing
Back before training camp, Brandon McManus and Casey Kreiter visited the Denver Fencing Center to learn how to fence.
![Perhaps it’s best to let Chris Harris Jr. explain why it’s so hard to cover T.Y. Hilton, a 5-foot-9 receiver nicknamed “The Ghost." “I’m going to sound like a broken record, but it’s true — T.Y. is another guy who can line up all over the field, which makes him very unpredictable. Similar to [Antonio Brown], he’s a guy who is very patient in his routes, but the thing that sticks out the most is that he takes very precise angles,” Harris told The Players’ Tribune last year. Even without Andrew Luck as his quarterback, Hilton has turned in a productive season, totaling 811 yards for four touchdowns thus far. He also remains a big-play threat, so Harris will have his hands full. As Harris looks to make his case for another Pro Bowl, shutting down Hilton could provide a healthy boost.](https://static.clubs.nfl.com/image/private/t_editorial_landscape_3_4_desktop_2x/t_lazy/f_auto/broncos/yvshlmym3tcy8kjzt6cq.jpg)
Five Key Matchups: Broncos vs. Colts
There are few matchups as entertaining as the one between Chris Harris Jr. and T.Y. Hilton. That battle, plus these other matchups, could decide Thursday night's game against Indianapolis.
'Aptitude for Destruction' art to benefit Denver Broncos Charities
Photos from Gabe Richesson's art exhibit of Broncos players. A canvas print of each is being silent auctioned to the public for the benefit of Denver Broncos Charities: http://www.blackbookgallery.com/artists/gabe-richesson/
Broncos visit US Soccer Women's National Team
With US Soccer's Women's National Team in Denver for a friendly against Japan, a few Broncos visited the team at a practice and met some of the players. (photos by Ben Swanson)