Jake Elliott's 61-yard field goal was long, but it wasn't the longest in NFL history

How long was that field goal?

Philadelphia Eagles kicker Jake Elliott closed out the first half with a 61-yard field goal, giving the Eagles a 13-7 lead at the half.

While Elliott, who was named NFC Special Teams Player of the Week after kicking four field goals against the Patriots, tied the franchise record for longest field goal, it wasn't the longest in NFL history.

What was the longest field goal in NFL history?

Justin Tucker of the Baltimore Ravens kicked a 66-yard, game-winning field goal against the Detroit Lions in 2021.

This article originally appeared on Delaware News Journal: Jake Elliott's FG was long, but it wasn't the longest in NFL history