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Mason Crosby Nominated for Hall of Fame, Youngest Packers Legend to Achieve Honor

Green Bay, WI – May 28, 2025

The Green Bay Packers are celebrating a monumental moment as former kicker Mason Crosby has been nominated for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025. At age 40, Crosby becomes the youngest Packers legend to receive this prestigious nomination, cementing his legacy as one of the NFL’s all-time greats.

Crosby, who spent 16 seasons with the Packers (2007-2022), is widely regarded as one of the most reliable kickers in league history. With a franchise-record 1,918 points, he stands as Green Bay’s all-time leading scorer, surpassing legend Don Hutson. His 81.4% field goal accuracy and clutch performances under pressure have left an indelible mark.

“Mason embodies consistency and professionalism,” head coach Matt LaFleur said during a press conference today. “This nomination is a well-deserved recognition of his incredible contributions.”

Selected in the sixth round of the 2007 NFL Draft, Crosby quickly became a cornerstone of the Packers’ special teams. He holds the franchise record with 395 successful field goals and nailed a career-long 58-yard kick against the Detroit Lions in 2011. His iconic 51-yard field goal in the 2016 playoff win over the Dallas Cowboys remains a defining moment.

Packers Nation erupted on X: “Mason Crosby to the Hall of Fame? Absolutely deserved! Youngest Packers legend!” one fan posted. Another wrote, “Those snowy Lambeau kicks are unforgettable memories.”

Beyond the field, Crosby is beloved for his community work in Wisconsin, regularly engaging in local charity efforts. After leaving Green Bay in 2022, he briefly played for the New York Giants before retiring in 2023.

Crosby’s nomination is a point of pride for the Packers community. If officially inducted in February 2026 in Canton, Ohio, he will join Packers icons like Vince Lombardi, Brett Favre, and Reggie White in the Hall of Fame. Fans are eagerly awaiting the announcement, rallying behind their “scoring king” as he eyes football immortality.

Follow the Packers on X for updates on Mason Crosby’s Hall of Fame journey.

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The marquee Sunday Night Football matchup in Week 15 pits the Minnesota Vikings (5-8) against the Dallas Cowboys (6-6-1) at AT&T Stadium. Kickoff is set for 8:20 PM ET on Sunday, December 14, 2025. This is a must-win game for Dallas to keep playoff hopes alive. Quick Match Info (Updated Dec 10, 2025) Date & Time: Sunday, Dec 14, 2025 – 8:20 PM ET Venue: AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX (retractable roof – weather not a factor) TV (US): NBC / Peacock Current Records: Vikings 5-8 | Cowboys 6-6-1 **Head-to-Head: Cowboys lead all-time series 19-15 and have won 5 of the last 6 meetings Latest Betting Odds (Consensus – BetMGM, DraftKings, FanDuel) Bet Type Vikings Cowboys Notes Spread +6.5 (-110) -6.5 (-110) Line moved from -7 to -6.5 Moneyline +240 -300   Total (O/U) Over 47.5 (-110) Under 47.5 (-110) Trending toward 47   Best value bets right now: Cowboys -6.5 or Under 47.5 Key Injury Report (as of Dec 10 evening)     Team Player Position Injury Status Cowboys CeeDee Lamb WR Concussion protocol Questionable (65-70% to play, may wear guardian cap) Cowboys Tyler Guyton OT High ankle sprain Doubtful Cowboys Jadeveon Clowney EDGE Hamstring Questionable Cowboys Trevon Diggs CB Knee soreness Questionable Vikings J.J. McCarthy QB Cleared concussion protocol Will start Vikings Justin Jefferson WR Healthy 100%   → If Lamb is limited or out, Vikings +6.5 becomes very playable. Key Stats & Trends Cowboys average 29.3 PPG at home (best in NFL) Vikings average only 16.8 PPG on the road this season 7 of Dallas’ last 9 home games went OVER the total Vikings are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games as +6 or bigger underdogs Expert Score Predictions ESPN FPI: Cowboys 27 – Vikings 19 (73.2% win probability for Dallas) SportsLine 10,000 sims: Cowboys by 7.8 points USA Today: Cowboys 28–20 Bleacher Report: Cowboys 31–23 Our Final Prediction: Dallas Cowboys 30 – 20 Vikings → Cowboys cover -6.5 | Game goes slightly OVER 47.5