Jason Sanders has a strong support system! Miami Dolphins kicker made waves in Week 11 with his double-digit fantasy points against the Raiders. Since the Dolphins drafted him as the seventh-round pick in the 2018 NFL draft, he secured many accolades in the NFL. In 2020, he showcased his on-field dominance by securing a First-team All-Pro nomination. Not only this, in the same year, he etched his name in the NFL with his impressive field goals. He astonishingly made six field goals of 50 yards or more in a single month. It was truly awe-inspiring, making him the first kicker to make this record. Besides that, on many occasions, he showcased his football skills. During the Dolphins vs Ravens game in 2022, he amazingly converted a career-high six extra-point attempts. It drew notable attention to him. And, he made all this possible because of the strong backing from his brothers. Seemingly, NFL Kicker’s Brothers Andrew and Matthew are his biggest cheerleaders.
Jason Sanders shares a healthy bond with his three brothers, Andrew, Matthew, and Daniel. Interestingly, just like his father, Thomas Sanders, his brothers, Andrew, and Matthew also serve in the US military. Allegedly, they both have been working as the Air Force and aircraft maintainers at the duty air station in Washington.
Beyond their professional background, it is no wonder that they played vital roles in shaping his football journey. According to Andrew’s Instagram profile, he is also a sports enthusiast just like Jason. Seemingly, Andrew loves to play soccer.
Around 9 years back in 2015, Andrew’s expressed his love for soccer through an IG post. “Because life is so much better with a soccer ball at your feet,” he mentioned in his pots caption. It indeed showcased his passion for soccer.
And, impressively, prior to his football journey, Jason, 28 was also a soccer player. Reportedly, Sanders began his career at Villa Park High in Orange, California, as a soccer player. Though, later, after the football coach encouraged him to try his hand at it, he joined his elder brother as the team’s kicker.