If 40 is supposedly the new 30, then what does that make 30—perhaps it’s the new 25? “The wrong side of 30” is a cliche we hear incessantly in sports, but some players, like placekicker Justin Tucker and running back Derrick Henry, keep getting it done at this age.
Both Baltimore Ravens players were named to the top 20 NFL players over the age of 30 list, composed by 33rd Team.
Tucker, 34, holds the NFL records for longest field goal made (66 yards) and career field goal percentage (90.2%). An eight-time All-Pro, Tucker is considered by many to be the most outstanding placekicker of all time.
He checks in at #20 on the list.
Henry, 30, comes in at #7. He’s led the league in rushing yards twice, including the 2020 season, when he joined the elusive 2,000-yard season. “The King” racked up 2,027 yards, to go along with 17 TDs, during that stellar season.
Seeing what he can do now when he’s paired with Lamar Jackson will be fascinating. Having these superstars in the same backfield should help them reach another gear.
As for the top spot on the list, it went to Kansas City Chiefs DT Chris Jones.