AJ Cole

AJ Cole is a professional American football player who serves as a punter for the Las Vegas Raiders in the NFL. Born on November 27, 1995, in College Park, Georgia, Cole honed his skills at Woodward Academy before advancing to play college football at North Carolina State. He joined the NFL as an undrafted free agent in 2019, making his debut that year. Cole's NFL career is marked by his impressive punting abilities. Standing at 6 feet 4 inches and weighing 220 pounds, he brings a commanding presence to the field. His performance in the 2025 regular season includes 71 punt attempts with a total of 3,379 yards. His longest punt reached 64 yards, and his average yardage per punt was 47.592. Notably, 24 of his punts landed inside the opponent's 20-yard line, demonstrating his strategic placement skills. Despite his primary role as a punter, AJ Cole has also been involved in other aspects of special teams play. In the 2025 season, he recorded a single tackle and participated in one kickoff. His reliability and consistency have made him an integral part of the Raiders' special teams unit. With a salary reflecting his value to the team, Cole continues to be a pivotal player, known for his precise and powerful punting, contributing significantly to the team's field position strategy.