A big season for Titans punter Brett Kern has led to a big reward. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. Use a Facebook account to add a comment, subject to Facebook's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. In the 22–21 win, he had three punts for 131 net yards for a 43.7 average. [33], Despite having the third highest yards per punt average in NFL history,[34] Kern was waived by the Broncos.[35]. March 7, 2019 7:16 pm ET The Tennessee Titans and Pro Bowl punter Brett Kern agreed to terms on a multi-year contract extension Thursday. [44] On December 4, against the Buffalo Bills, he had five punts for 239 net yards for a season-high 47.8 average. Feel free to store that nugget in your mind and break it out at cocktail parties. [42] In Week 3 against the Denver Broncos, he had a 21-yard rush. [26] His longest punt of the year was 64 yards against the San Diego Chargers in Week 2. In 2020, Kern will earn a base salary of $1,900,000, a roster bonus of $750,000 and a incentive bonus of $100,000, while carrying a cap hit of $3,300,000 and a dead cap value of $1,650,000. [73], The Titans finished the 2017 season with a 9–7 record and qualified for the playoffs as the #5 seed. Because we respect your right to privacy, you can choose not to allow some types of cookies. The Titans claimed him off waivers from Denver in 2009. He was signed by the Denver Broncos as an undrafted free agent in 2008. Following graduation from high school, Kern represented New York State in the New York-New Jersey Governor's Bowl played at the United States Military Academy. Contract Notes Brett Kern signed a 3 year contract extension with the Tennessee Titans on March 11, 2019. performance (in blue, as measured by OTC's Valuations), cash that is due to the player in the next season (in red), Entry: 2008 Undrafted Free Agent (Broncos), 2020 Salary Cap Charge: $3,300,000 (1.50% of cap), 2020 Cash Payout: $2,650,000 (1.24% of spending), Contract Value: $12,550,000 ($3,183,333 APY). [18] On September 29, 2007, against Western Michigan, he had six punts for 323 net yards for a season-high 53.8 average. We use cookies to offer you a better browsing experience, analyze site traffic, & serve targeted ads. [80] On December 17, 2019, he was selected to his third consecutive Pro Bowl. [6] On the season, he had 44 punts for 1,788 net yards for a 40.6 average. The Titans announced Saturday that the team has agreed on a multi-year contract with the veteran. Titans' Brett Kern has had a lifelong passion for meteorology, which comes in handy as a punter. The deal reportedly is worth $15 million over five years. On September 1, against Purdue, he had eight punts for 394 net yards for a 49.3 average. At the time Kern was released from the Broncos and claimed by the Titans, the Broncos were 6–0 while the Titans were 0–6. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. [9] On October 15, against Ball State, he had a successful passing attempt for 34 yards. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. [60] On December 20, against the New England Patriots, he had five punts for 272 net yards for a season-high 54.4 average. The latest Around The NFL Podcast breaks down the Brandon Marshall trade and plays another game of "Go Get My Lunch." [4] On October 16, against Ohio, he had two punts for 101 net yards for a season-high 50.5 average. [19] On October 27, against Northern Illinois, he had a 50-yard rush in the game. Already Subscribed? Titans punter Brett Kern has been re-signed to a five-year, $15 million contract, according to The Tennessean. [64] In Week 3, against the Oakland Raiders, he had six punts for 311 net yards for a season-high 51.83 average. This summer, I was promoted to full-time as an Assistant Professor of Art at Davis & Elkins College. The Titans ponied up to keep Kern in the building, but they'll want to see less of him in 2015. NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Tennessee Titans punter Brett Kern has agreed to terms on a multi-year contract extension. Your Facebook name, photo & other personal information you make public on Facebook will appear with your comment, and may be used on ESPN's media platforms. If you do not allow these cookies we will not know when you have visited our site, and will not be able to monitor its performance. NFL Network reported the four-year extension to be worth $12.55 million with a $2.2 million signing bonus. [54], In the season opener against the Kansas City Chiefs, Kern had six punts for 304 net yards for a 50.67 average. Learn more. Use of any marks, trademarks, or logos on this website shall not constitute a sponsorship or endorsement by the trademark holder. After being waived by the Broncos after less than two full seasons, he was then acquired by the Titans and has since been a three-time Pro Bowl selection and a two-time All-Pro. Kern owns franchise records for career gross average (45.8) and net average (40.5). He had four punts for 193 net yards for a 48.25 average. [67], During the season-opener against the Oakland Raiders, Kern had four punts for 188 net yards for a 47 average. [15] Overall, in the 2006 season, he had 60 punts for 2,502 net yards for a 41.7 average. Titans punter Brett Kern wanted to be a storm chaser.