Table of Biography
Jay Feely is a retired American football placekicker who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 14 seasons and is currently a sportscaster. Jay Feely is working as a reporter and analyst for CBS/Tuner Sports.
Early life and childhood
Jay Feely was born on May 23, 1976, in Odessa, Florida, USA. He grew up in the Tampa Bay area and attended Jesuit High School in Tampa, where he played football, soccer, and baseball. He is 47 years old.
His grandfather, Thomas J. Feely, was a basketball and basketball coach for St. Thomas College in St. Paul, Minnesota since 1950. Feely learns and plays with his grandfather from his early life. Jay Feely’s father, Thomas J. “T.J’ is a former of ST. Thomas College and also a tennis coach.
Feely was a standout athlete in high school and earned All-State honors in football and soccer. He also set school records for the longest field goal made (55 yards) and most points scored in a single season (95).
Feely was also an excellent student in high school, earning a 4.0 GPA and being named a National Merit Scholar. He went on to attend the University of Michigan, where he continued to excel both academically and athletically.
Education
Jay Feely attended Jesuit High School in Tampa, Florida, where he was a standout athlete in football, soccer, and baseball. He set school records for the longest field goal made (55 yards) and most points scored in a single season (95) during his time there.
After graduating from high school, Feely attended the University of Michigan, where he played college football for the Wolverines from 1995 to 1998. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from Michigan in 1998.
Feely’s academic achievements did not stop there, as he also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from the W.P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University in 2012.
Career and Professional Life
Jay Feely’s professional football career began in 1999 when he signed with the Atlanta Falcons as an undrafted free agent. He played for the Falcons for two seasons before being traded to the New York Giants in 2001. Feely played for the Giants for three seasons and then went on to play for several other NFL teams, including the Miami Dolphins, Kansas City Chiefs, Arizona Cardinals, and Chicago Bears.
Caption: Jay Feely playing soccer Source: Alchetron
Feely was known for his accuracy as a placekicker and his ability to perform in clutch situations. He made 82.7% of his field goal attempts and scored a total of 1,437 points during his 14-year NFL career. He was a two-time Pro Bowl selection in 2005 and 2010 and was named NFC Special Teams Player of the Week six times.
After retiring from football in 2015, Feely began working as an NFL analyst for CBS Sports. He also became involved in philanthropic work, serving as a board member of the Child Help organization, which helps victims of child abuse and neglect. Additionally, Feely has worked with the Wounded Warrior Project and other charitable organizations.
Brand Endorsements
Jay Feely has not been widely known for his brand endorsements during his football career or after retiring. However, he has occasionally appeared in advertising campaigns and commercials for various brands.
In 2013, Feely appeared in a commercial for Dr. Pepper, alongside several other NFL players. The commercial featured the players as characters in a Western movie, with Feely playing the role of the villain.
Feely has been involved in several charity events and fundraisers for various organizations, which could be considered a form of endorsement or sponsorship. For example, he has participated in events for the Pat Tillman Foundation, which provides scholarships to military veterans and their spouses, and the Best Buddies charity, which supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Awards and Nomination
During his career, Jay Feely was recognized with several awards and honors for his performance as a placekicker in the National Football League (NFL). Some of his notable awards and nominations include:
- Two-time Pro Bowl selection (2005, 2010)
- Six-time NFC Special Teams Player of the Week
- Named to the All-Madden Team in 2010
- Named the Arizona Cardinals’ Special Teams Player of the Year in 2012
- Nominated for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award in 2013, which recognizes NFL players for their excellence on and off the field
In addition to these individual honors, Feely was also part of several successful teams throughout his career, including the 2007 New York Giants team that won Super Bowl XLII.
Jay Feely – Net Worth 2024
Jay Feely’s net worth is estimated to be around $6 million. This comes primarily from his career as a professional football player, where he earned millions of dollars in salary and bonuses throughout his 14-year NFL career.
Feely also had several other sources of income, including endorsements, media appearances, and charitable work. He worked as an NFL analyst for CBS Sports after retiring from football, which would have also provided him with additional income.
Relationship Status
Jay Feely is a married man. He has been married to his wife, Rebecca Feely, since 2001. The couple met while they were both attending the University of Michigan and have been together ever since. They have four children together.
Caption: Jay Feely With her wife Source: The Football USA
Feely and his wife have kept their personal life relatively private, so there is not much information available about their relationship beyond the fact that they have been together for many years and have a family together.
Scandal
There is no major scandal associated with Jay Feely during his football career or after retirement.
However, in 2018, Feely sparked controversy when he posted a photo on social media that showed him holding a handgun next to his daughter and her prom date. The photo was captioned “Wishing my beautiful daughter and her date a great time at prom #BadBoys”. Some people criticized the photo for being inappropriate and promoting gun violence, while others defended Feely, saying it was just a harmless joke.
Jay Feely – Body Measurements
Jay Feely is well-built and athletic physique, with a height of 6 feet (1.83 meters) and a weight of approximately 190-200 pounds (86-91 kg) during his playing days. His hair color is light brown or sandy blond. Based on the available pictures and videos of Jay Feely, it appears that his eye color is blue.
Caption: Jay Feely on GameFelidd Source: Wikipedia
Social Media
Jay Feely is active on several social media platforms, including Twitter and Instagram. He uses these platforms to share updates on his personal life, post photos with his family and friends, and engage with his fans.
On Twitter, Feely is available at @jayfeely, where he has over 80,000 followers. He posts regularly on this platform, sharing his thoughts on a variety of topics and engaging with his followers.
On Instagram, Feely can be found at @jayfeelykicking, where he has over 9,000 followers. He uses this platform primarily to share photos with his family and friends, as well as pictures from his travels and other activities.
Feely also has a Facebook page, although it appears to be less active than his other social media accounts.